Home / Arts and Entertainment / Jack White Responds to Charley Crockett with 80s Rap
Jack White Responds to Charley Crockett with 80s Rap
19 Aug
Summary
- Jack White responded to Charley Crockett's comments using an old rap song.
- Crockett accused White of political maneuvering and avoiding issues.
- The feud involves Twin Temple being dropped from Crockett's tour.
A public disagreement has surfaced between musicians Charley Crockett and Jack White, reignited by Crockett's comments made over a month after Twin Temple was removed from his tour. Crockett alleged that White’s subsequent invitation to Twin Temple was a political maneuver, questioning White's past avoidance of political engagement during his White Stripes tenure.
In response, Jack White, adopting the persona of "The Duke," posted a 1984 rap parody, "Rappin' Duke," on Instagram. This unconventional reply directly addressed Crockett's accusations, using the song's lyrics to subtly critique Crockett's naivety about entertainers engaging with politics, referencing Ronald Reagan's move to the White House.
Crockett had earlier expressed his disappointment in White, suggesting White only became outspoken recently to leverage audience support. The initial dispute involved Twin Temple being dropped from Crockett's tour due to their explicit 'Satanic Doo Wop' imagery, which prompted White to offer them a touring opportunity.
