is it ok to separate art from artist?
this is mostly about music artists, but this also applies to everything that requires creativity (movies, art, writing, etc.)
there are many extremely problematic people out there who make some GOOODD music, but i often feel conflicted on whether or not i should listen to them. take kanye for example, he genuinely makes amazing songs, but he's also a white supremacist and neo-n@zi. i don't listen to him anymore since i don't fw that, but there are some that still support/defend him.
some people believe it is possible to appreciate the artistic work separately from the artist's personal life or actions, while others feel that supporting a problematic artist may condone or enable their behavior. ultimately, it's a personal decision and can depend on various factors, including the severity of the artist's problematic actions and individual beliefs.
so im just asking this question to see answers from different people.
I just don't give a fuck because, at the end of the day, I'm gonna listen to whatever resonates with me not what person. I hate how Doja Cat, mindless self-indulgence, and Ayesha erotica are but I don't idolize them or say they're my favorite artists. That is why I always say "my favorite song" because I don't know or care about the person, but res......
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01 08,2023
