John Legend Calls Out ”Sunken” Rappers Who Have Supported Trump
Last night, singer John Legend and wife Chrissy Teigen joined Democratic vice presidential nominee, Sen. Kamala Harris, in Philadelphia for a final rally last night ahead of the big election. Legend took the stage to perform with fellow artist Common, but first, he shared a few choice words.
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While speaking to the crowd, Legend took a jab at some of his colleagues in the music industry, especially rappers who have come out in support of Donald Trump.
“Now, some people see the meanness, the bullying, the selfishness of Donald Trump, they mistake it for strength, a kind of twisted masculinity. Some see his greed and they mistake it for being good at business,” said Legend. “Some of your former favorite rappers have been taken in by these lies. I think they’ve even founded a new supergroup, it’s called The Sunken Place” — referring to the Jordan Peele movie Get Out. Legend, who also noted that he had already cast his vote for the Biden-Harris ticket, added. “But Trump’s Platinum Plan for Black folks is nothing but fool’s gold. Because you can’t bank on a word he says.”
While legend didn’t say any names, just last last week, Lil Wayne tweeted a photo from a meeting with Trump, expressing support for his proposed “Platinum Plan,” sparking controversy.
Other rappers who spoke out in support of Trump includes 50 Cent, Waka Flocka and Kodak Black. It was also revealed this month that rapper Ice Cube has been assisting Trump with creating the plan.
Just had a great meeting with @realdonaldtrump @potus besides what he’s done so far with criminal reform, the platinum plan is going to give the community real ownership. He listened to what we had to say today and assured he will and can get it done. 🤙🏾 pic.twitter.com/Q9c5k1yMWf
— Lil Wayne WEEZY F (@LilTunechi) October 29, 2020
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