The Super Bowl is in the past, but still many people are on fire with rage over Eminem's performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner." Many are saying that the NFL and CBS were disrespectful to the country and its anthem by allowing Eminem to include a gesture that was against what America stands for. As more information has come out about why he took a knee during the national anthem, however, it seems that Eminem was taking a stand against police brutality during this performance.
Eminem takes a knee during Super Bowl halftime show
During the halftime show of the Super Bowl on Sunday, Eminem took a knee as America watched. The hip-hop singer, who has been outspokenly critical of President Donald Trump, was joined by an army of young people who followed suit and took a knee themselves. During the Super Bowl halftime show, Eminem took a knee and made a political statement. He did this in solidarity with NFL players who have been taking a knee during the playing of the national anthem to protest police brutality. The halftime show for the Super Bowl is one of the most watched videos online. It was not too surprising when it became apparent that Eminem would be performing a tribute to Colin Kaepernick during the show. Kaepernick was a former NFL player who began kneeling during the national anthem in protest of police brutality. Many people were offended by the video, but others felt that this was an important moment in cultural history.
Eminem’s decision to take a knee during the national anthem sparked debate
Eminem is no stranger to controversy. Taking a knee in the middle of his hit song, “Lose Yourself,” has caused the world to question his decision and the entirety of the NFL's decision to have performers sing “O’er the land of the free and home of the brave.” Eminem, who is white and stands at 6-3, 280 pounds, made a decision to take a knee during the national anthem at the end of his performance. The rapper did not stand for “The Star Spangled Banner,” instead taking a knee to protest police brutality and racial inequality in the United States. Those who stood for the anthem included Beyoncé and Bruno Mars. This year’s Super Bowl halftime show, a spectacle that has grown bigger with every passing year, was filled with controversy as rapper Eminem took a knee during the national anthem. The decision to take such a controversial stance sparked debate on social media and in mainstream media outlets about Eminem’s motives for the act of protest.
The pros and cons of this decision
Some people believe that Eminem’s decision to take a knee during his performance at the Super Bowl Halftime show on Sunday was disrespectful towards the country. Others think it was a brave move and an effective way of making his point. Some people think it should have been left to the NFL players themselves, not one person in particular
How will taking a knee affect his legacy?
After taking a knee during the Super Bowl Halftime Show, many people are calling for Eminem to be banned from performing at the Super Bowl. However, some argue that this has done nothing but prove the artist's point because he is "taking a stand in support of the anthem." His legacy is not in question, but his perspective on the game and his take on the American flag may be. The NFL must put this controversy to rest, as they quickly move towards a more progressive era while trying to combat player protests across all sports. During the halftime show of the 2018 Super Bowl, rap artist Eminem took a knee and raised his hands in the air. The move was a reaction to Colin Kaepernick's protest against police brutality during the National Anthem. Many people are speculating that this will have a negative effect on Eminem's legacy because he is no longer considered to be hip-hop's voice.
Conclusion
The halftime show for the Super Bowl was widely criticized for being political. The NFL's choice to have a performance with a pro-police message during this time led many people to believe that it wasn't simply about football, but about politics as well. Eminem took a knee at the beginning of the performance in solidarity with Colin Kaepernick and other minorities who are struggling against injustice.
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