I’m talking about Musicians playing music, actors acting, sports people playing sports, etc. stick to what they’re good at and known for, not a pretty face.
I’m reminded of someone making a comment just like this to Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine…
One: When you pick up a guitar, you don’t put down your First Amendment rights.
Two: When people tell you to shut up and play guitar or complain that artists are speaking out – it’s only because they disagree with what you’re saying. That’s not complicated.
I’d also note that quite a bit of the music out there, throughout history, has been political.
I’d also point out that by your own position on this, you too should stfu about politics.
Same deal. Just because they make music you like, doesn’t mean that’s all there is to them. Musicians, actors, athletes are also individuals with experiences and perspectives that can inspire or activate positive change. Sure, their main talent might be what they’re famous for, but that doesn’t mean their opinions on important matters are invalid. Dismissing their voices entirely just because they have a certain job is a dumb idea.
I’m talking about Musicians playing music, actors acting, sports people playing sports, etc. stick to what they’re good at and known for, not a pretty face.
I’m reminded of someone making a comment just like this to Tom Morello of Rage Against the Machine…
I’d also note that quite a bit of the music out there, throughout history, has been political.
I’d also point out that by your own position on this, you too should stfu about politics.
Same deal. Just because they make music you like, doesn’t mean that’s all there is to them. Musicians, actors, athletes are also individuals with experiences and perspectives that can inspire or activate positive change. Sure, their main talent might be what they’re famous for, but that doesn’t mean their opinions on important matters are invalid. Dismissing their voices entirely just because they have a certain job is a dumb idea.
I am suddenly reminded of the words “shut up and sing”.