Serge Fleury
And so it begins…
Michigan Radio Station, WUVSIp 103.7 has decided to to take Weezy and Ricky off their airwaves due to their lyrical content in ‘Karate Chop’ and for Ross’ feature verse on Rocko’s ‘U.O.E.N.O.’
If you don’t remember, Wayne disrespected the memory of Emmett Till, while Ross talked about date rape on his verse. Since, he has issued an apology, but it looks like its come too late. Here’s what the radio station had to say about their decision:
“Many would say both rappers have taken their lyrical content too far and offended too many. The family and estate of [Emmett Till] have released a statement of disapproval over Lil Wayne’s disregard and disrespectful lyrics. Though his record label issued a statement of apology, the rapper has yet to do so.
In the case of Rick Ross, a petition has been started over his blatant disregard for women and the issue of date rape. The U.S. Department of Justice estimates that over 300,000 women are raped or sexually assaulted per year in the United States alone.
That is a disturbing number and should not be taken lightly. His lyrics not only condone the behavior, but he boasts about it in the song. While some feel it’s only entertainment, many feel it sends and encourages the wrong message. Several individuals and organizations have taken a stand and so are we. Effective immediately Muskegon’s WUVSlp 103.7 the Beat has pulled ALL Lil Wayne and Rick Ross music from rotation.
We pride ourselves on playing music that is non-degrading and non-violent. While we believe in freedom of speech, creative writing and individualism, we refuse to be part of the problem by spreading messages that could harm or end someone’s life.”
