Bruno Mars Is Not A Culture Vulture

bruno mars is not a culture vulture and here's why...
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[@fay3942]

Sooo people wanna call out Bruno for being a supposed culture vulture yet don’t say a word about artists like 6ix9ine??

[@KookiesNolly]

BohoBajan woooo is that an actual name? I can already tell he/she/ whatever makes pretentious garbage.

[@chrisevans6705]

Eli N.S lol no his real name is Daniel Hernandez.

[@thebluegangsta8936]

BohoBajan exactly

[@candyrain1566]

BohoBajan tell it like it is sister👏🏾

[@alexisaguirre5526]

what device it's 6ix9ine ?

[@kalebsok2947]

The girl who called him a culture vulture was a hypocrite and she said she would bake a cake if the man died. How does she have supporters? Smh

[@kcabra95]

Kaleb Sok holy shit did she? That sounds just as bad as telling someone to kill themselves imo.

[@mayflower6403]

Kaleb Sok Was it Seren?

[@user-np4oq8hv8z]

yup

[@mayflower6403]

Has anyone seen Seren's yes all white people video?

[@mochadelightbabe]

Asia DeShay You know it was. She's got some deeply rooted issues and she's just a terrible person all around. She's also a huge hypocrite because her KZbin profile is a Japanese phrase but yet she hate for anyone to "steal" her culture.

[@lthb]

You can't compare Bruno mars to legends like Michael Jackson and Prince that's a reach, but it doesn't mean he isn't an amazing and talented artist.

[@myathegrandma]

Agreed

[@potatosandpotatos960]

So true

[@myathegrandma]

Also prepare for the comments talking about your profile pic,mate.

[@ok-tw2eb]

I met Prince once , I live in Minnesota❤️❤️

[@lthb]

thenamesbadri Well you met a legend.

[@mickaeszu]

It's tiring listening that everything is cultural appropiation

[@Ihavemadeit999]

Clouds&Kisses u feel like this cuz u dont have a culture

[@mickaeszu]

Keimá Kárámállá hahhaha that's so funny, I'm latin, of course I have a culture duhhh! But not because of that i judge people who do that

[@lainpilled39]

Clouds&Kisses lol some ppl would be like UM U CANT HAVE A DRESS UP WITH A TOGA DAY TO SCHOOL BECAUSE IM HALF LATIN AND THATS cUlTuRaL aPpRoPrIaTiOn

[@mickaeszu]

Elleh X exactly, while you are not disrespecting or making fun of that, it's no that bad how people try to say

[@xlectraheart]

Keimá Kárámállá Stop trying to judge people you don't know

[@TheVideoChatter]

Bruno isn't a culture vulture. A true culture vulture constantly steals from other cultures and tries to pass it off as their own, all while blatantly disrespecting it. Meanwhile, all Bruno does is show appreciation for it, because he genuinely likes it. And there's nothing wrong with that. He also gives credit to the one's who has influenced him.. something else true appropriators will not do. People need to leave him alone.

[@jojoandsuri1]

Example iggy Azalea

[@multijxde1855]

EXACTLY

[@hashly8521]

Example, Lil Pump, 6ix9ine, and infamously, Elvis.

[@willraindrop5]

@@hashly8521 u forgot kpop

[@MunkeeFWRrng]

Dixion But Kpop is literally just pop music in Korean. It’s literally in the name. Everyone knows this. You’d have to be an imbecile to think Koreans invented pop music. Koreans were inspired by the West after their liberation. This influx of music (particularly music videos) lead to Koreans adopting new styles of music because there used to only be trot and changga. Later on Lee Soo Man, founder of SM Entertainment, basically created KPop as we know it today. He actually went to America and studied business and was exposed to the likes of Michael Jackson and more. Then he came back and implemented what he learned and created the idol system by introducing the first ever idol group H.O.T then upon their major success went about forming SES, TVXQ (Tohoshinki/DBSK), SNSD (Girls Generation), SHINee, Red Velvet, EXO, NCT and more. These groups also had the sort of style (rapping versus with sung choruses) with hard hitting choreography that was first introduced by Seo Taiji (the first ever Kpop group who were also inspired by Western music) that is now ubiquitous with Kpop today. The artists themselves talk about songs and artists they like all the time (many Kpop idols are massive MJ fans, examples being Eunhyuk and Ju-ne), especially the ones who inspired them in the first place. They never claimed to have invented a style/genre. Only the ones who are actual producers state that they produced the songs they made but that’s not the same as them claiming to have invented the genre itself. Kpop did not appropriate anything. It was simply derived from Western music. Koreans were inspired by new sounds and genres they had never heard before and went about making such music in their native tongue, which practically all other places have done now as well. People know most music genres originated in America.

[@aly5066]

The fact that this is even an argument is so stupid. People really will reach to be offended over everything.

[@Ihavemadeit999]

thurnis haley kiddo

[@kionamcnutt8630]

thurnis haley They're jealous.

[@NoahPrince.2]

QuantumGaming Lol I'm 100% black. Imagine how I feel when I see anyone eating my fried chicken 😂😂

[@pussydestroyer69285]

@@swaymj6792 r/woosh

[@cmsjr2001]

It's not a reach, were used to this but I don't think Bruno deserves the hate thrown his way Not for these reasons

[@blank9155]

Yesss I can’t wait for you to spill the tea on cultural appropriation! People throw that term around so much that it’s lost its true and important meaning

[@myathegrandma]

Agreed

[@justcallmeteacup4711]

Omg yes. Not everything is cultural appropriation. It was supposed to be about respectfully portraying a culture, not barring people from exploring new cultures

[@kcabra95]

blank exactly. It’s as if the word “globalization” was meaningless to them, or worse, some form of insult.

[@kcabra95]

EmTheConqueror1 aaaaaaaaahh I’ve been waiting so long for someone to say these exact words 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@themisvespucci9894]

EmTheConqueror1 its the same with sexism and feminism

[@ScarlettJ1221]

Bruno's dance moves are always straight 🔥

[@alien_from_andromeda]

ScarlettP love your profile picture!

[@Sammy-mb9bf]

ScarlettP Unlike his sexuality ayyy, just kidding had to make that joke

[@bluebell560]

Does Bruno Mars is straight?

[@kuliet]

Blue Bell Bruno has a girlfriend so he’s either straight or bi.

[@kuliet]

Blue Bell Oh.

[@505matter]

People just don't understand cultural appropriation. Cultural appropriation is when someone takes something from a culture that's not theirs, renames it, and calls it their own, and completely dismisses it's creators. Simply wearing or doing something from a culture because you like it is NOT cultural appropriation, if anything it's cultural appreciation when people can bring up different cultures and love them.

[@user-nv7uq3zj5e]

Tell that to the rest of Tumblr. And if you're white, don't even bother.

[@emmamadison8538]

Ent Acc Yep white people aren't aloud to have an option cause apparently we are all evil and racist.

[@faith2xxx]

@@emmamadison8538 If your writing skills, or lack thereof, is any indication, you're not allowed to have an opinion not because you're white, but because you probably can't speak understandable English. Now go have several seats and take some remedial writing courses.

[@_melissa_dlas_]

I’m so fed up with people comparing Bruno Mars to Michael Jackson or Prince. Bruno is not the *next anything*, and he has said multiple times that Michael is Michael, Prince is Prince and Bruno is Bruno. Just because he found inspiration from them *DOES NOT* mean he is copying anyone. And you can dislike him all you want, but to go as far as saying he’s trash or average is ridiculous. Hate him all you want, but at least be respectful enough to know he’s got talent

[@diamonique7741]

It's alright, Michael and Prince were at one point called "the next James Brown", everyone gets compared but they grow out of that at some point.

[@healerrlive4474]

I get what your saying, I totally 100% agree with you. The reason why people are comparing Bruno mars to Michael Jackson is because, people are getting mj vibes from him, from his style, the way he makes music and music videos etc so I get what you’re saying tho.

[@karrielangit9847]

Melissa Sanchez That is 100% true. I personally appreciate him for sticking to what is from his heart and being the artist that he is. He is just influenced and i think that he is a tourch berrer that is just spreading the good type of music for theworld to listen to. If they dont listen well thats their problem. Music is available for all races, genders etc. And he is finding ways for him to stand out. True artist cant stand alone, they need som sort of insperation to create the type of music that they wanna do. It just so happens that people like Michael Jackson or Prince are his heros and he just wanna do them justice and at the same time, make his own brand. And another thing, He has to be one of the artist that needs less attention when it comes to any controvercy. He just needs to continue what he is doing, spreading the love the way he wants. Im honestly irritated with Music now adays. Imagine that everyone is a certain kind of ice cream, Bruno said it himself that he does not know what he is doing. So he is creating his world or in this case mixing up his own flavor. What matters is that his flavor of music is unique and if u dont like it then dont eat but if ur open minded with the type of music that he produces then its fine to.

[@NoahPrince.2]

Melissa Sanchez Exactly. I know I'm going off topic a bit, but I remember watching One Direction some years ago, and people would constantly be comparing them to the Beatles and it's like "Dude. 1D is 1D. The Beatles are the Beatles." It's annoying hearing comparisons of anything honestly

[@ProximaCentauri88]

I still don't understand the hype on Prince.🥱

[@bellawinchester6200]

Music doesn't have a specific race that its meant for, its a universal language because everyone can relate to the lyrics that the artists put out. Music itself is its own culture, each genre has its own uniqueness that people can identify with, no the race of the person. I always say that you should know your history, and that goes for music too, but music doesn't have a race label, its not white culture or black culture or whatever culture. That is the one thing that makes music great, music is one thing that every culture has in common and we can share it with other cultures to bring people together. I live in a community where most people have Mexican heritage so there is a lot of Spanish music throughout my town and its so fun! I love Spanish music even though I'm Portuguese but it really gets my body going and its songs that never really get old for me.

[@hush64]

Yes it does but it doesn't mean other races can't do it

[@BohemianConspiracy]

Portuguese ? Winchester sound really Britannic to my ears... xpt that maybe it is the name of your husband ?

[@jaylajordan1685]

Bella Winchester Music does have culture. I agree with saying there is no white culture or black culture, but that's only because there are many countries that different races come from and have their own cultures. However, just because music has a certain culture, does not mean that other cultures cannot listen to it.

[@gabysusanto415]

Onyx Fire but that doesn't mean people of other races can't enjoy a certian genre of music...anyone can listen to whatever music they want

[@takjae9915]

Onyx Fire She didn’t say it didn’t have culture ... what she stated is that music has its own culture. Hip-hop is its own culture. It’s not black culture. R&B is its own culture. It’s not black culture. Pop is it’s own culture. It’s not white culture. K-Pop is its own culture. It’s not Korean culture. Etc. Music STEMS from culture, yes. However, it is not synonymous. Music is meant to bring emotion to the listener. It’s NOT meant to be segregated. Music DOES NOT segregate. Music is a culture shared among all races, genders, sexualities, religions, etc.

[@sonder9284]

Me and my mom just had a conversation about this. She finds cultural appropriation stupid and she is black. My family is Jamaican and my mom said if she saw a white guy singing reggae in America, she would be happy because he is spreading our beautiful culture not trying to “steal” it. Bruno Mars can sing any type of genre he wants because in the end he makes beautiful music. Music is meant to be shared not segregated by race. Great video per usual👌🏾🙂

[@themanyphasesofmimi1116]

Geekensero music is segrated by all genres apart from Black music. Facts. Let black artists try do country or rock and lets watch what happens. Oh yeah Beyonce tried that an we saw the blacklash. White people are only mad at racism, segregation and shit like that when it involves them. If music truly was for everyone this wouldn't be an issue.

[@rebekaht7161]

Memee Writes rock was created by black people

[@sonder9284]

Eli N.S Also where is the facts to prove this? Jamaicans don’t forget their music just because a white guy sings it. You know nothing of my culture!

[@sonder9284]

Memee Writes Black music is music. And let me say there are MANY black country singers who have made a lot of country songs, get your facts right.

[@themanyphasesofmimi1116]

Eli N.S you obviously didn't hear about the backlash so you don't know what you're talking about regarding Beyonce and the CMAs. 2nd. I don't need to get technical, you're very aware of what I mean when I say 'white music', just like you're aware when the term 'black music' is used, and you cannot name any black artists that are celebrated and/or awarded for music other than what we're forced to stick to, thats the bottom line. Meanwhile, everyone else can 'express themselves' and 'music is for everyone' when non blacks want to do BLACK music. It has been this way since pop music began. In fact, the term 'race music' wasn't coined by blacks, guess who it was coined by....

[@sadiewood7302]

why is everything offensive now?

[@NateDumbout]

sadie elizabeth facts like some people are so close minded and ignorant 😤😤😤😤🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🗣🗣💯💯

[@janinepantonial2815]

Someone has to fucking say this to the public and a lot of people will get mad. But I'm living for that day

[@despaversailles]

'Coz people are bored and brainwashed nowadays...

[@melimelia2076]

Jd Lam so true especially 12 year olds who think their 15 💀

[@deandrepresley5108]

Didn't black people get offended at Whitney Houston for making "white" music nothing changed people like you are so compelled by the intrenet that you can't understand everything is the same

[@VIV3LI]

the title explains it all 👏

[@kanyekubrick5391]

saltvy there's... no explanation in the title, though... as if 700 people liked this comment 😂😂😂

[@nightingale4786]

No one EVER called Bruno Mars a culture vulture until this recent grammy's where he won album of the year. Rather than offering constructive and informative reasons as to why they disagree with the decision (because let's face it, there were definitely better nominees), some people just like throw around labels and whine about shit that doesn't exist in order to validate their opinion. The definition of cultural appropriation is taking something that doesn't belong to a their own culture and passing it off as their own or not giving credit where it's due. Bruno ALWAYS gives credit where it's due. Bruno NEVER claims to have created a new genre. Bruno NEVER fucking appropriated jack shit.

[@jaldeez3409]

morenazo952 Because genres of music aren’t only designed for certain groups of people. There’s no such thing as “black” or “white” even “spanish” music. It’s all music in the end and can be played by anybody.

[@NateDumbout]

Scary Drop let em know cause I’m indian and white and Puerto Rican and I don’t think people should get mad cause a race can’t own music because it for everyone to listen too 💯💯💯

[@carela1732]

Bruno mars is out here doing something not a lot of artists are doing right now and that is reintroducing a genre of music into the public. He has stayed loyal to his R&B sound and has found ways to make the music lasting. Please leave this talented man alone.

[@Ngasii]

A friend of mine who is a South African coloured felt disappointed a nd betrayed by this debate because he sits in a similar place a Bruno being someone who isn't viewed as 'black enough' when it comes to his influences. I personally believe the people claiming Bruno has been appropriating are simply purists looking for pride so deeply that they have forgotten the hard work that was done by the legends of the past generations was made to not only be enjoyed but to inspire. My friend adder how music is supposed to be the language we can all understand and it feels rather rude when people try to make it exclusive when there really isn't anythig wron with you understanding, enjoying and using it.

[@_melissa_dlas_]

Ngasiirwe Katushabe 👏🏼

[@rjsalinas9643]

Music is music. It should be something everyone loves and enjoys. Knit picking who’s allowed to do what music because it doesn’t fit their background is damaging. Music should be something that brings people together, so why the hell are people trying to use it to divide?

[@Ihavemadeit999]

RJ Salinas it have a past, culture.

[@potatowellcox8870]

RJ Salinas Well the reason why is because in America white people basically stole from all cultures and claimed it as their own. They also were very ignorant towards other cultures when giving props to those cultures. Like a white person would wear a dumb looking "Kimono" and be like I'm Chinese today.

[@7Mushrooms7]

I also see POC using stuff from western culture and I don't see anyone complaining about it, nor should they. Or do you want to send everyone to the country they're ancestors are from and make them only use things typical from that place and anything else? This idea of cultural appropriation is ridiculous. Of course that mocking a culture or not giving credit where is due is bad, but if a person wants to dress with oriental motives or listen or produce a certain type of music let them. I see people using clothes with patterns from my culture or using elements of my culture in their art... do you think I get mad? No, I'm flattered. I'm not in possession of the elements of my culture and as long as people respect it, I'm not going to be the "culture appropriation police"... I have other things to do in my life.

[@rjsalinas9643]

7Mushrooms7 Exactly!!!!

[@user-nv7uq3zj5e]

7Mushrooms7 Preach it please 👏

[@sheextra6570]

I don't believe in cultural appropriation anymore either. Just do or wear whatever you want, it's not hurting anyone.

[@sillygirlypop]

Sarah Wilson EXACTLY

[@kcabra95]

Sarah Wilson thank you so much for this. Sadly other people do not understand the triviality of it and hurt more than the people they accuse.

[@sheextra6570]

Kathia Cabra some people are just closed minded.

[@dh4387]

Sarah Wilson I wish I could high-five you right now.

[@NoName-mm6gh]

Sarah Wilson i always say this.

[@aishwaryarawat8337]

Keep posting brother! Your content gives me peace🙏🏼

[@satarupagingerkolay]

My man Bruno Mars is probably one of the nicest people in the industry.

[@ilovefinn924]

I really love Bruno Mars music, he's one hell of a talented singer.

[@simonmwangi7017]

Bruno Mars is a great artist who's inspired by legends like Michael Jackson and Prince as he put it. But Bruno Mars also has a touch of his own in his own songs so I don't think of him as a culture vulture. I don't care what other people say about him, HE'S AMAZING

[@Scream-vq8ht]

people looking for any reason to bring someone down. why don’t y’all bring down chris brown or someone who has actually done something wrong. leave bruno alone damn

[@MissFemFatal]

Your profile picture says enough.

[@NateDumbout]

Scream 2016 💯💯💯

[@marig1596]

Your content gives me some hope for our humanity. Keep it up man!!

[@myathegrandma]

Your honestly my favorite KZbin's right now. Keep up the good work.

[@ahaha5057]

Ain't nobody truly an original sound. It came from somewhere, no matter what the genre is.

[@everythingda18]

I don’t understand it when people mention cultural appropriation. Why does the colour of your skin have to affect the type of music you can make? Maybe a music genre originated from a certain race, but I don’t see why it has to be limited to that race only. As long as you have the talent and you’re working hard, you should be able to sing whatever you want.

[@JordansBeauty22]

He literally is the least problematic artist and hes one of the best musicians of the 21st century, I love him so much

[@ebbss4]

I agree. And I didn’t even watch the video yet. Edit: so I watched the whole video, and I really fucking agree. I think your level of intelligence is better than most commentary channels.

[@amirab1629]

yeah same

[@rooroo5875]

bruno mars is the least problematic artist out there, and to think these accusations of him being a "culture vulture" is such a reach. everything you said is definitely true, because he doesn't take full credit, he consistently always paves the way and says that it is from his inspiration of other artists that made him get to where he is.

[@alexisberry9382]

thank you so much for making this queen

[@Precious1985]

Bruno Mars is a REAL Artist! He can sing, dance, play instruments, has great stage performance! Just because he was inspired by other artists, like most artist are, doesn't mean he don't have his OWN type of music and lyrics, after all he does have albums! And he wrote lots of songs for other artist that many don't know about. So many ignorant people talking mess! There is NOT one artist in this world that is liked 100% everywhere, we all got different personalities and taste in things, so people need to stop been so hateful and ignorant! Cultural appropriation my ass! Just shut up and enjoy the music! Bruno Mars is LIT!

[@queeniejoymiravite4253]

True!!

[@Ankitaisamazing]

Bruno Mars is so unproblematic ❤

[@monstergirlinc8707]

it seems like people can't except a popular artist that doesn't cause drama, so they need to make drama where there doesn't need to be any.

[@daviddobitch3053]

i love how much effort you put in your videos and how you state facts and everything is organized.❣️

[@alexisbarzola4696]

If Stewie Wonder say its not culture vulture, then its not. He knows

[@Ankitaisamazing]

Bruno Mars is the best vocalist of this generation 🤍

[@neildegrassetyson2615]

People need to accept that cultures evolve.

[@isabella3945]

music is shared by everyone, no matter what your race is! no one should be going round saying you cant create this type of music because you're not part of this culture. of course, you have to respect the culture that created that genre of music but you shouldn't be put down for enjoying and taking part in that genre of music.

[@Ankitaisamazing]

Bruno Mars is one of the best artist of all time

[@lilkendrick4239]

Hip hop helped with my suicidal thoughts. It helped me realize real life problems well besides everyone around me. Helped me learn rhythm and dance by myself. Helps me with anxiety

[@annechrystelleetemengono1858]

There is a different between cultural appropriation and cultural appreciation. Ppl should definitively check the difference

[@maryoreilly8251]

Can everyone just agree that appreciating different cultures in not the same as cultural appropriation.

[@michellexbeauty9832]

I believe cultural appropriation exists but Bruno Mars is not appropriating any culture in any way. I think some people use social issues as a way to bring others down and make the people actually shining light on those issues look bad

[@MissNayNay]

I agree!

[@blackurbangoddess]

He is a serious student of the game and he knows his History and educates his fans. I can't fault him for that. He getting his Morris Day and the Time on more than Prince in my opinion. Good video

[@monica4545]

I love how you always explain and back it up with evidence 💖

[@faithanwuri379]

You're back! I've missed you😂 and I loved this video as always 💞💕

[@jefferyjones8399]

Bruno is a likable and talented individual. Did he deserve all the Grammys over Kendrick or Lorde? Nope. Is he stealing from others? No. He's just influenced. Everyone has influences.

[@hhh1200]

he's literally copycats black artist of the past and make a ton of money. what are you talking about? it's almost Copywrite infringement.

[@hueyfreeman6262]

@@hhh1200 but if he was black it would be influence huh? fing clown

[@hueyfreeman6262]

@@hhh1200 but he never claimed to be black or never took black music and claimed it as his own

[@amanduh1272]

A culture vulture LMAO I’m just thinking of Bruno Mars as a vulture

[@limerence-1086]

Ugh completely agree with you. I always feel heated, when people start arguing with me when I have different view than the rest of my black community. I recently sparked an argument on cultural appropriation and how I believe it is not really necessary (when calling out a certain person that has constantly appreciated the music). I believe it is important when someone like Post Malone, as you have said, disrespects a culture and music genre and continues to profit off of it and continue to slam it. I love your account so much and how you address things. Keep doing you! 😘✌🏾

[@sharlennla4982]

This cultural appropriation shit made me so confused that I don’t even know what the definition is anymore. Is it combing different cultures or using a different culture as a joke? I’m just so confused. I think it has to do with intentions

[@paris293]

Sharlenn La it was a term created in the 70s for people taking something from their own culture, renaming it and passing it off as their own (culture). cultural appreciation, however, is taking time to learn the culture and actually respect it, not just doing something from the culture because you want to be trendy. hope that made sense

[@sharlennla4982]

Paris so it’s not bad then why are people so upset over it and using it like it’s bad

[@paris293]

Sharlenn La at its core it’s pretty bad

[@paris293]

Sharlenn La not everything people say is cultural appropriation IS actually cultural appropriation

[@duwanasaeed536]

Can you make a video on why you think Drake is a Cultural Vulture.

[@KookiesNolly]

Duwana Saeed I don’t like how he tries to act like he had a tough, thug life when he actually had a rather nice life. He is not the only rapper doing that but I think it’s very disrespectful towards all the kids who actually grow up in poverty.

[@bribear0030]

Eli N.S yeah Future did it too but his case is different. He’s black but he didn’t have the stereotypical upbringing of a ‘thug’.

[@Ninazenik101]

cultural appropriation is a very touchy subject, which I’m often not sure on. but i do not think bruno is a “culture vulture”. he’s simply bringing back 90’s music and style, and introducing it to a new generation. you can’t deny he’s extremely talented.

[@moonshimmer9341]

Great vid. Keep up the good work.

[@MrB590]

He is not a culture vulture

[@sobored761]

Bruno is a legend

[@dhenderson319]

As he said Bruno is the least problematic artist He dont bother anyone He dont fight with anyone He's forever loved If u coming after Bruno, bruh u just reaching U that bored Stir up controversy with some artist that actually like drama He's not here for it and his fans aren't here for it

[@Graenelolz]

„Invention, it must be humbly admitted, does not consist in creating out of void, but out of chaos“ - Mary Shelley

[@samrawitberihu4134]

Nowadays only Bruno make music worth listening too.

[@ScarlettJ1221]

Bruno Mars is a Legend

[@flylikealamb9260]

It seems that these days people are quick to call someone a legend

[@bun-bun3550]

He’s not rlly a legend

[@tyreseblk]

ScarlettP not yet

[@melissafelix5148]

Bruno mars is a legend!

[@7Mushrooms7]

Being a legend is subjective, if ScarlettP thinks he's a legend I don't see the problem. I'm not a devoted fan but I can recognise that he's insanely talented and one of the most talented mainstream pop singers/musicians at the moment.

[@_picazo_15]

Honestly there’s no reason to hate on Bruno

[@hush64]

I'm fricking glad you did a video I agree with everything you took the words out my mouth people would hate on a talented artist who admit and gave prop to the great artist and there white Hispanic "rapper" who said nigga and and some who be saying they are better than tupac and people don't be getting mad black people complain they want to see us being popular like the other artist but won't give the talent singers or rappers a day of light like wtf ugh I love this channel sm

[@andpeggy2758]

I love the style of your videos. It makes what you're saying even more interesting.

[@estrella9335]

Thanks for posting when I was at church. -_- *i honestly still don’t get what cultural appropriation is. I understand that each culture is their own.*

[@jaicbacote3494]

I knew you would get it! It isn’t cultural appropriation when it comes to Bruno Mars or ppl like him. He’s doing his part by giving credit to the culture. Bruno Mars is an example of HOW to PROPERLY enjoy another culture. Now, when it comes to society as a whole (and a lot of black ppl too)...It prefers to see black culture carried out by non black ppl/racially ambiguous ppl. We have a lot of black ppl who don’t want to see black ppl AND who want to claim non black ppl...even if they aren’t. It is up to us black ppl to remember that and to be sure to promote and uplift our own as well...if we don’t, then we can’t complain about the outcome 🤷🏾‍♀️ And black ppl, can we please stop equating white acceptance and awards as the highest measure of success? We act like our own acceptance of each other is worthless 😔 cool if others embrace us but, your own ppl loving you should be the best achievement. #EndRant 😂

[@spark9675]

Been waiting for this video

[@susiekim5728]

Thank you so much for this video!

[@faith2xxx]

I respectfully disagree with you in regards to Michael and Prince being original. Both were influenced by James Brown. If you visit Paisley Park, Prince commissioned an artist to create an entire wall with drawings of many artists who influenced him, including Chuck Berry, B.B. King, Carlos Santana, Jimi Hendrix, and many others. Every legend leaves behind a blueprint for others to follow, and each blueprint includes every previous artist's input. Bruno is following those blueprints, and someday others will follow his input from those same blueprints.

[@aj7842]

Right when I turned on my phone I get the notification.

[@LP2112434]

Another awesome video!! You make great points and your voice is also so soothing

[@elenabicolli3409]

Such a good video! All your arguments are straight up perfect and speak nothing but the truth!

[@randomdweller8634]

I think you just became my fav youtuber 🤔

[@samrawitberihu4134]

If Bruno mars is a culture vulture what are the rest called?

[@low-keybi6539]

I honestly love your channel and content Your opinions are on point my boi 😤👌

[@jennoafleming7177]

!!! i love you so much man i appreciate this video

[@nami-ic5nv]

people are just going the extra mile to find something harmless to be offended about

[@sthanad20]

You can’t win with this topic. If you’re drawing inspiration from other cultures, it’s cultural appropriation. If you don’t, then people think you’re not cultured, or non appreciative of other cultures. The way I see it, if people like a culture, they get inspired by it, and they integrate into their style, then they give that culture more exposure, which to me is good. It’s a compliment to that culture, for being so awesome and influential. Anything otherwise, like talking trash about the culture, not being open minded about it - that’s just straight up disrespectful. You can call what post Malone said as whatever you like, call it hateful, disrespectful, ignorant, etc. Just stop using this “culture appropriation” as a legit term. It’s a confusing term. If there is such a thing as cultural appropriation, meaning outside culture is getting integrated into everybody’s lives, it’s literally happening all over the world, and you can’t stop it, cuz the world is little by little becoming more fluid/diverse

[@chelseaphipps8744]

You should upload more often I can't get enough

[@solitairez3719]

thanks for saying this to your big audience!

[@aamnad7976]

bruno is a great artist

[@kaberus7565]

I feel like I've never disagreed with anything you've said

[@BrunosSquirrel]

Thank You! In little over 5 minutes you have put words to my thoughts. I haven't said anything during this whole debacle for the very obvious reason of being called out for being biased. But I always appreciate your commentary and I'm always excited for your videos. This just makes me love you more. I'm not black, I'm of indian descent but because I recognize a lot of the discrimination and racism that black people in America have to go through from what I see in my own community, I've always supported and tried to spread the message of equality. Lately, though, I feel like a small but loud group is taking this movement way too far, to a point that it is not even about racism anymore. I get the concept of cultural appropriation, but this is just trashing someone for no reason. This group is ruining the image of the black people and the fight for justice. Trivial things like this that get blown out of proportion distract from the real issues and destroy the very ideal that most are fighting for: equality. It is hurtful to the goal of coming together and being one, seeing one as equal and working together. Aside from that, they found Bruno to call an appropriator? While he is probably the only non-black artist out there that actually tries to catch the real soul of the music from the good old times by the legends out of appreciation and the wish to share it? And has the talent to back it up? The only wholesome artist out there that always gives credit to the real legends? Unlike other artists that seriously drag the good name of music and make it trashy and sexualized to earn their dollar? People don't even understand what music it is and make millions. Get your self together people.

[@RapGodMinYoongi93]

Tbh no one had a problem with Bruno Mars until the Grammys. Anyways I completely agree with you

[@alekadelacruz8592]

Im 100% Asian but I loved pop and hip hop music growing up

[@lavirieux4194]

Personally, I liked the Grapevine debate (excep for that rude girl that said she would be happy if Bruno died). I'm not black but I kinda understand some of the points they made. Like how people love black music but delivered from a non black person.

[@madelineDaMiddle1]

Thank. You. You've nailed it. With grace, class , and a whole lot less cursing than I manage when I have to state the obvious.

[@arielle452]

I enjoy your videos so much Keep up the good work 😊

[@trash_chan]

Thanks for bringing up that if we're going to regard the fact that Bruno Mars is a cultural appropriator because he's simply not black, then we can label people like Tekashi69, Lil' Pump, Post Malone, etc. as culture vultures as well. It just makes me frustrated that they decided to point fingers at Bruno Mars. His music makes up for the fact that he's not black. I find that if the music is good and made to the best of his ability, then what the fuck is the problem? It's appreciation at best.

[@themanyphasesofmimi1116]

trash-chan the problem is that black artists are never appreciated for black music but non black artist are. I love Bruno to bits but as a black person it gets frustrating watching it happen time and time again. Lets give black artist recognition and awards for black music too, thats all.

[@Moana_moo]

The Many Phases Of Mimi Bruno makes good music that’s why he is awarded even though it’s “black music”. The Weeknd Beyonce and Rihanna are also awarded a lot cause they make good music. Instead of bashing Bruno for “cultural appropriation” better support black artists then. Plus until now i didn’t know Bruno wasn’t black

[@bartemchuk_5942]

Funny that they go after a visible poc man but praise people like Justin Timberlake who arguably does the same thing and has disrespected multiple black artist (ex: going against prince’s wishes, Janet Jackson)

[@CpKittehKats]

you have really good points!

[@crushdlitlstars]

big fat agree! My friends and i grew up listening to bruno mars, just like he grew up listening to the artists in the 90s, so he’s definitely got a place in my heart

[@LaMenteOpen]

Honestly this one was one of the dumbest arguments. The fact that this man has different influences from different cultures doesn’t mean he’s trying to “steal” anything. He always gives credit where it’s due and he’s not being fake or forcing any type of style for the sake of it. He always features different artists and respects the influences.

[@Katelynnhopee]

Early squad where you at?

[@jennahayes6798]

Katelynn Hopee here

[@carlynawah9876]

U just spoke complete facts I have no word

[@tyronehasanopiniondealwith3703]

Thank you Honest my man!!!

[@xlectraheart]

PREACH DUDE PREACH

[@marycollins7147]

you have black legends out here defending him and bruno never did anything racist to any black person so what is there to hate on him?

[@bluexray7429]

@morenazo952 And? Thats not brunos choice or sth you should blame him

[@bluexray7429]

@morenazo952 im really proud for you even if don't know you because you are from the few people who apologize when they think their opinions were wrong or not completely right

[@Condiciones2023]

I like Bruno’s music. I think that’s the final evaluator for any artist I listen to.

[@babyfirefly1842]

god bless you and thank you finally some good content