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Chance the Rapper Delivers Potent Political Message at Homecoming Show
Chicago native Chance the Rapper used his recent homecoming concert to make a strong political statement against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), echoing a similar bold message delivered by artist Chappell Roan this past weekend.
During his Friday night performance, the Grammy-winning artist performed his song “Drapetomania,” which notably included the lyrics, “F–K ICE.” The powerful line quickly resonated with fans, who interpreted the song as a direct challenge to ICE operations in Chicago and across the nation.
The rapper’s public stance comes as he has recently opened up about his personal life, including his divorce from Kirsten Corley. Following the concert, social media platforms, particularly Reddit, became a hub for fans to discuss the performance and its implications.
Many users expressed deep-seated fears and concerns. “Yea, I’m an Asian woman but on a green card; it’s scary outside,” one user shared, highlighting personal vulnerability.
Another individual, identifying as being under DACA, wrote, “I wish i can be out there protesting with the rest of them. We need our voices heard.
But if im taken in, im pretty much gone for good.”
The discussion also touched upon the climate for free speech, with one commenter suggesting, “That’s how you know trump killed 1A. When people are afraid to say the truth.”
Despite the apprehension, Chance’s message garnered significant praise. “Chance always been a standup dude,” one fan commented, while another added, “He’s a Christian who is standing on the side of Jesus.”
A separate thread delved into the risks associated with public dissent. One user appreciated Chance’s courage, stating, “Hell yes.
A lot of us can’t talk like that I appreciate that.” When pressed for clarification, they explained, “I mean I can physically, but the potential repercussions as a first generation Mexican American aren’t worth it.”
Safety was a common theme, with one user advising, “Yeah stay safe out here my brother.” Another encouraged community action: “My advice is to do whatever you can to help the community.
Mask up and go to as many peaceful protests as possible. Don’t engage with authorities and stay as far away from them as possible.”
However, not all agreed on the approach, with one user replying, “I’m legal I don’t need to mask up, never will. I don’t need to hide who I am.
I’m just saying that they have the green light to detain me based off of my skin color and that I speak Spanish. I’m good man.
I rather decoy.”
A 24-second clip of Chance’s performance, posted by a user on Reddit, quickly went viral, accumulating over 7,600 upvotes and 72 comments by Saturday evening. The video shows a red-lit stage as Chance appears to a cheering crowd, delivering the impactful lyrics.
Chance the Rapper joins a growing list of public figures and artists who have voiced criticism against ICE raids this year, including Chappell Roan, Cardi B, Bad Bunny, Ice Cube, and Kim Kardashian.