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Skepta Removes Controversial Artwork Amid Holocaust Comparisons

Skepta faced backlash over the artwork for his upcoming single "Gas Me Up (Diligent)," which was interpreted as a reference to the Holocaust due to its imagery. The London grime veteran clarified that the artwork was meant to reflect his album's theme of his parents coming to the UK in the 80s, skinhead, and football culture, and not intended to be offensive. He removed the artwork and vowed to be more mindful in the future, expressing concern about being able to express his art freely.

via Stereogum|

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Skepta Apologizes and Removes Controversial Artwork for New Single

UK rapper Skepta apologizes and removes the artwork for his new single "Gas Me Up (Diligent)" after facing backlash for its perceived references to the Holocaust. Despite explaining that the artwork was inspired by his parents' experience in the UK in the '80s and football culture, Skepta acknowledged the potential for offense and pledged to be more mindful in the future. The single is set to release on January 26th as part of his upcoming album Knife & Fork, with plans for a festival in South London next July.

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Skepta's Controversial Artwork: A Holocaust Reference Backlash

Skepta's new single artwork for "Gas Me Up (Diligent)" has drawn comparisons to Kanye West and sparked controversy due to its imagery, which some have likened to The Holocaust. The photo features shaved heads with "Gas Me Up" tattooed on one, leading to criticism and concerns about its offensive and distasteful nature. Skepta, who previously announced his retirement from rapping in 2021, surprised fans with news of his upcoming sixth album, Knife and Fork, and the release of the controversial single. As of now, the rapper has not responded to the backlash.

via HipHopDX|

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Skepta Faces Backlash and Apologizes for Controversial Single Artwork

UK rapper Skepta faced backlash over the artwork for his upcoming single "Gas Me Up (Diligent)," which some alleged referenced the Holocaust. The image, featuring men with shaved heads and the words "Gas Me Up," was removed from Skepta's social media, and he issued an apology, explaining that the artwork was meant to represent his parents' experience in the UK in the 80s, skinhead and football culture. He vowed to be more mindful in the future.

via Rolling Stone|

#apology #artwork #entertainment

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Skepta Apologizes and Removes Controversial Artwork Evoking Holocaust

Rapper Skepta faces criticism for the artwork of his upcoming single "Gas Me Up (Diligent)," which some say evokes images of the Holocaust. The cover features an image of men with shaved heads, leading to comparisons with Nazi concentration camps. Skepta removed the post and apologized, explaining that the artwork was meant to reflect his parents' experience in the UK in the 80s, skinhead and football culture. He announced his upcoming album "Knife and Fork," with the first single set to release on Jan. 26.

via Hollywood Reporter|

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