US rapper Macklemore has released a pro-Palestine diss track, which has quickly gained significant attention, amassing 14 million views in just 18 hours. Described by Tom Morello as 'the most Rage Against the Machine song since RATM,' the song criticizes the Israeli occupation and supports the divestment from Israel, aligning with movements on US campuses. Despite not being Palestinian, Macklemore's lyrics emphasize the importance of global awareness and solidarity with Palestine, stating in the track, 'If I was in Gaza right now, I would want the rest of the world to say: FREE PALESTINE!' The track has been praised for its strong political stance and has been performed for the first time at a concert in New Zealand. All streaming revenues from the song are dedicated to UNRWA in memory of Hind Rajab, a young victim from Gaza.
It's more important to take a stand against genocide than to worry about a competition. If you're looking for something to listen to, check out @macklemore's song dedicated to Hind Rajab, a little girl from Gaza who was killed by the IOF. All the streaming money goes to @UNRWA… https://t.co/EECbz7yhIJ
Macklemore performs pro-Palestine song for first time at New Zealand concert--on this now https://t.co/9Z4rPiDtzM
Macklemore performs pro-Palestine song for first time at New Zealand concert https://t.co/7fhE1Ca2Zh
“If I was in Palestine right now, if I was in Gaza right now, if I was in Rafah right now, I would want the rest of the world to say: FREE PALESTINE!” —Macklemore 🇵🇸🔥https://t.co/GfWS3UtKal
US rapper Macklemore releases anthem for anti-Israel occupation at Columbia https://t.co/xczCSVauag
Macklemore makes a rap about Palestine and blames White Supremacy 🤦🏻♂️ Not sure if he's a coward or just stupid https://t.co/fa0Zu78SYK
"What is threatening about divesting and wanting peace?," Macklemore, said in the track, referring to calls on US campuses to divest from Israel and end potential complicity in Israel's ongoing war on Gaza. https://t.co/136JjjnA8s
I can’t even explain how impressive this is to hear. @macklemore is not Palestinian but he has his information on poiiiiint. It’s testament that by now, no one can claim ignorance to what is happening. My faith in international artists is re-instilled. Let this be a standard to… https://t.co/Thdd6R62lK
14M Views in 18hrs! Hats off to Macklemore. The world is with Palestine. Unlike the Palestinian DJ Khara this man puts humanity over his wallet https://t.co/1PVJsmhZAC
Macklemore’s pro-Palestine diss track is “the most Rage Against the Machine song since RATM,” says Tom Morello https://t.co/9qd22g7BF7