Macklemore takes a Stance

 The genre of Hip-Hop has been known for it's valgarity and often using anti-gay lyrics. Even some of the most respected rap artists have used such lyrics. For example, Tupac Shakur and Eminem. Part of the reason why these artists used anti-gay language is because it was considered normal in the hip-hop culture. Eminem has since apologized for using such lyrics in his early career. 

 A new rap artist, Macklemore, along with his producer Ryan Lewis, have made a stance against homophobia and general inequity. Because of the rap duo's growing popularity, they have brought their message to a mainstream audience. Macklemore a and Ryan Lewis's single "Same Love" has made their stance clear and caused many fans to support equal treatment of all, reguardlsss of sexual orientation. However, is a single group's messeage strong enough to change the view of the mainstream hip-hop culture? I think more artists need to write about similar issues as "Same Love" discusses, not fearing the negative attention by those who disagree. This link leads to the official music video for "Same Love." http://youtu.be/hlVBg7_08n0