Macklemore Calls for Palestinian Liberation During Ed Sheeran Concert
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
Rapper Macklemore called for the "liberation of Palestine" and performed his song "Hind's Hall" during an opening set for Ed Sheeran in New Jersey. The statement drew both applause and disapproval from the audience, with some attendees leaving the venue.
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- Macklemore called for Palestinian liberation at a New Jersey concert.
- He performed his song "Hind's Hall" during the event.
- The rapper's statement received mixed reactions from the audience.
- Macklemore has a history of pro-Palestinian activism and criticism of Israel.
- His previous actions have led to consequences, including festival removal.
American rapper Macklemore, performing as an opening act for Ed Sheeran at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on September 4, called for the "liberation of Palestine" and performed his song "Hind's Hall." The rapper's statement was accompanied by visuals and received applause from the audience.
Addressing the crowd of over 80,000, Macklemore stated, "I don't forget about those who are living in Gaza and the West Bank." Some attendees reportedly left the venue before Sheeran's performance, expressing strong disapproval of Macklemore's message.
This is not the first time Macklemore has publicly supported the Palestinian cause. In November 2023, he spoke at a pro-Palestinian rally in Washington, D.C., where he accused Israel of "genocide." In May 2024, he released the song "Hind's Hall," and in September of the same year, he chanted "Fuck America" at a pro-Palestinian concert in Seattle, which led to his removal from a music festival lineup in Las Vegas.
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