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Skepta’s Single Artwork Has Fans Accusing Him Of Making A Distasteful Holocaust Reference

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Skepta is arguably the most widely respected rapper from the United Kingdom. He has built a great career for himself not only as an influential spitter but also as a house DJ. It has been nearly five years since the release of his last solo album, Ignorance Is Bliss. However, that drought is coming to an end this year. Just a little over a week ago, Skepta revealed that he was going to be putting out a new album.

It is going to be called Knife And Fork. In addition to that, Skepta also announced the lead single, “Gas Me Up (Diligent)” will be out on January 26. Well, he has given us another update by unveiling the artwork. Skepta did so on his social media recently. “GAS ME UP (DILIGENT)Artwork by @gabrielomoses * link in my bio *” While this is all exciting, it is leaving a sour taste in a lot of people’s mouths.

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Skepta Is Putting Himself In Dangerous Territory

 
 
 
 
 
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As you can see the art features the backs of people’s shaved heads. They all appear to be on their knees as well. This is drawing some comparisons to one of the most tragic events in human history, The Holocaust. As you can imagine, people are linking this to Kanye West’s many hurtful comments toward the Jewish community that landed him in a lot of issues. Skepta could be hurdling toward a certain fate now too. One person says, “thought this was Ye’s page for a second..” Another adds, “Ye Executive on this one?!?!”

What are your initial thoughts on this brand-new cover art and single announcement from Skepta? Do you think he is in album mode? Are the Holocaust comparisons justified, why or why not? What kind of statement do you think he is trying to make with this artwork? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news surrounding Skepta. Finally, stay with us for everything else going on around the music world.

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Whoopi Goldberg Apologizes For Holocaust Comments 

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Whoopi Goldberg is speaking out after receiving backlash for her remarks about the Holocaust. Earlier this year, Whoopi declared the Holocaust was “not about race,” but about “white supremacy” and “man’s inhumanity to man.” Over the weekend, she seemingly doubled down on her comments during an interview with the Sunday Times. 

The EGOT winner dished on cancel culture and more before reiterating the controversial comments she made about the holocaust. Despite the interview, Whoopi issued an apology on Tuesday regarding her triggering statements. “I tried to convey to the reporter what I had said and why, and attempted to recount that time. It was never my intention to appear as if I was doubling down on hurtful comments,” she told Variety. “Especially after talking with and hearing people like rabbis and old and new friends weighing in.”

NEW YORK, NY – NOVEMBER 01: Whoopi Goldberg is seen leaving “GMA” on November 1, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Raymond Hall/GC Images)
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“I’m still learning a lot and believe me, I heard everything everyone said to me. I believe that the Holocaust was about race, and I am still as sorry now as I was then that I upset, hurt and angered people. My sincere apologies again, especially to everyone who thought this was a fresh rehash of the subject. I promise it was not. In this time of rising antisemitism, I want to be very clear when I say that I always stood with the Jewish people and always will. My support for them has not wavered and never will.”

Whoopi’s apology comes on the heels of the Anti-Defamation League slamming the star for her “deeply offensive” comments. ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt also issued a statement following Goldberg’s initial comments about the Holocaust. 

“[Whoopi’s remarks] are deeply offensive and incredibly disappointing, especially given that this is not the first time she had made remarks like this. In a moment when antisemitic incidents have surged across the U.S., she should realize that making such ignorant statements can have real consequences.”

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