Rapper Jim Jones is puzzled by the fuss over hip-hop stars performing at political events.
- Historically, rappers were seen as anti-establishment, making such performances controversial.
- Jones reminisced about a time when political tensions calmed after elections passed.
- He highlights Black History Month events at the White House as poignant yet necessary.
- Jones also celebrated A$AP Rocky’s legal victory, emphasising unity in hip-hop.
Jim Jones is scratching his head over the uproar about rap icons like Snoop Dogg and Nelly performing for Donald Trump’s gala. He remembers when hip-hop artists were seen as public enemies rather than gala entertainers.
In a chat with TMZ Hip Hop, Jim Jones expressed his confusion about the political landscape, especially with famous rappers now spotlighted at the president’s events. For Jones, who opted out of voting, the political scene has days of calm after election frenzies faded.
Meanwhile, Kodak Black, Boosie Badazz, and Rod Wave made an appearance at the White House’s annual Black History Month celebration. Jim believed they were right where they ought to be, a nod to the cultural contributions of hip-hop to American society.
Jim Jones, while not participating directly, felt a sense of pride knowing A$AP Rocky was found not guilty in his assault trial. He assures that when Harlem parties, it parties as one, suggesting solidarity among hip-hop communities.
Jim Jones’ reflections reveal a hip-hop community facing evolving political landscapes yet standing united.
