What is Rock the Casbah about?

"Rock the Casbah" is a protest song written by Joe Strummer and Mick Jones and performed by the English punk rock band the Clash. It was released as the second single from their album Combat Rock in 1982. The song was inspired by the Iranian Revolution, which culminated in the overthrow of the Shah, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, in 1979. The song is primarily about a rebellion in a Muslim community against the rule of a religious leader, and calls for resistance in the face of religious and tyrannical authority. The lyrics, which combine the imagery of a traditional Middle Eastern setting with the sounds and style of punk rock and reggae, create an atmosphere of urgency and defiance. The song's title, "Rock the Casbah", is a reference to the musical sound of the song and its rebellious message, encouraging listeners to stand up and challenge oppressive regimes.