Macklemore sparked controversy during his recent performance at the Palestine Will Live Forever Festival in Seattle by chanting “f*** America” on stage. The event was organized to benefit the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian refugees. In a video clip from the concert, Macklemore encouraged the audience to chant the phrase, which was met with loud cheers from the crowd.
The rapper’s comments have drawn significant backlash online, with many criticizing him for disrespecting his own country. This is not the first time Macklemore has publicly taken a stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Earlier this year, he released a song titled “Hind’s Hall,” criticizing U.S. support for Israel and calling out President Joe Biden and other politicians for their stance.
"F*ck America" – Macklemore tonight in Seattle. The cheering crowd goes wild. pic.twitter.com/gF8AP6uAje
— End Wokeness (@EndWokeness) September 22, 2024
Macklemore’s outspoken support for Palestine and criticism of the U.S. has been polarizing, especially as the conflict between Israel and Hamas continues to escalate. He has been accused of promoting anti-Semitic views by some, including singer Matisyahu, who has condemned Macklemore’s stance and lyrics.
Despite the backlash, Macklemore appears to be standing firm in his support for Palestine. His representatives have not yet commented on the incident, but the controversy has fueled further debate on the role of artists in political discourse and the impact of their statements on public opinion.
