Planet Hemp singer questions the idea of favela success propagated by artists on the first day of the festival
Marcelo D2, singer of Planet Hemp, criticized the “ostentation” present in trap during a press conference at Rock in Rio 2024. The musician, who performed with Planet Hemp this Sunday (15/9) and returns on Saturday (21/9) with a rap project, said that the emphasis placed on success and luxury by singers of the genre is a “trap” for young artists.
“I think it’s all bullshit. This movement today among the younger kids, I think there’s something that bothers me a little in this new generation, which is the ostentation, I think it’s a trap of evil, this talk that the favela has won,” said D2, referring to the social reality still far from what is exalted in trap lyrics. “The favela hasn’t won, it’s still dying of hunger, without basic sanitation, without health care,” he continued.
Context in Rock in Rio
The first day of Rock in Rio was dominated by trap, with performances by Brazilian artists such as Orochi, Oruam and Chefin, as well as North American Travis Scott. The style, which has gained traction on streaming platforms, often highlights ostentatious speeches. For D2, however, as long as most favelas continue to suffer from a lack of basic conditions, true success has yet to be achieved.
Reflection on the social struggle
D2 also quoted rapper Emicida, emphasizing the importance of collective thinking: “The street is us, not me,” stressing that the true victory of the favela will come when everyone benefits, and not just one or another individual.
Source: Terra
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