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Mensa Slams Double Standard: Violence vs. Victimhood
4 Jul
Summary
- Vic Mensa highlighted the disparity in how male and female artists are treated.
- He noted that male artists are celebrated for violence, while women are criticized.
- Mensa defended Megan Thee Stallion against online harassment post-shooting.
Chicago rapper Vic Mensa has vocalized his support for Megan Thee Stallion, addressing the pervasive mistreatment and domestic violence experienced by Black women. Mensa's recent statements zero in on the unequal treatment of artists, drawing a stark contrast between male and female performers.
He specifically questioned the public's reaction to Megan Thee Stallion being shot in July 2020 by Tory Lanez. Mensa argued that it is hypocritical to criticize Megan for seeking justice or potentially "ruining people's lives" when she was the victim of gun violence.
Mensa further elaborated on the double standard by noting that male artists who depict violence in their lyrics or lives are often celebrated as authentic. He contrasted this with female artists, who he claims are denigrated for experiencing or reporting violence. This creates a challenging environment where actions and victimhood are judged inequitably based on gender.
