Macklemore's, White Privilege II was shared with listeners with intentions to highlight how the rapper feels in the midst of Black Lives Matter Movement. This track was created during a sensitive time so of course there are going to be some controversy and questions proposed, Like, “ how can a WHITE 32 year old rapper from Seattle Washington possibly know the struggle or even speak on what’s going on in the lives of BLACK people?” Macklemore was able to answer that in great detail through the intricate sounds and rhymes of his part 2 single. . Each line as a wake up call, acknowledging the issue white giving his own personal take. Macklemore geared this song mostly towards white kids to show them “ Hey I get what you’re feeling all uncomfortable and whatnot.” But simultaneously poses the question to the listeners “what are we going to do about it?” The work pushes 10 minutes with a vocal collab with singer, Amila Woods really sets the tone for the track. Serves as an eye opener for all races, Gives a narrative and white POV approach which was creative. There was definitely a shift within the track as the artist takes the listener on a trip through his own personal lens. He also references what seems to be personal experiences with fans and how he had interpreted those interactions. Even those who may not even be “fans” of his music can either relate or at least respect his effort.
White privilege is defined as “a term for societal privileges that benefit white people beyond what is commonly experienced by non-white people under the same social, political, or economic circumstances.” What’s your stance?
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