Macklemore and Ryan Lewis

To me, this is quite embarrassing. Usually I like to have a head-start on people when it comes to new music and artists. But this one, I was definitely only drawn in by others who were obsessed. What I find even more frustrating is the fact that one of my classmates already posted about his guy in NOVEMBER, 2 1/2 months ago. I'm not going to mention her name because that would be weird because I don't know her but I like her blogs. Um, moving on. Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, to my surprise, are white. Call me racist, though I am not, their voices sounded like they were a large, black, man. NOT an average sized white guy. Anyways, their first song  that was been a real hit among me and most of the country/world was "Thrift Shop." I literally love this song. It is so catchy and amazing and I can't even put it into words except it's amazing. He brought something new to the table with this song. Rather than just making it all rap, he adds in parts that are actually sang, with a really catchy tune that really makes the song flow. Plus the lyrics are hilarious. They talk about how he wants some guys grandpas hand-me-downs. And how he wears huge shirts from the thrift shop. Overall, it is definitely are great jam that I would totally recommend.

It does have its moments with explicit language, but if you can overlook that, I definitely would.

For a while, this was the only song I knew of theirs. But then a friend recommended that I listen to some of his other songs, especially the one called "Same Love." This song, I think, is one of the best representations of political opinions and art mixed together. Macklemore and Ryan Lewis are speaking out to their listeners with their views about same-sex love, explaining that their is nothing wrong with it. The lyrics are so motivating and moving.

The right wing conservatives think it’s a decision
And you can be cured with some treatment and religion
Man made rewiring of a predisposition
Playing god, aw nah here we go

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Gay is synonymous with the lesser
It’s the same hate that’s caused wars from religion
Gender to skin color, the complexion of your pigment
The same fight that led people to walk outs and sit ins
It’s human rights for everybody, there is no difference!
Live on and be yourself
When I was at church they taught me something else
If you preach hate at the service those words aren’t anointed
That holy water that you soak in has been poisoned
When everyone else is more comfortable remaining voiceless
Rather than fighting for humans that have had their rights stolen
I might not be the same, but that’s not important
No freedom till we’re equal, damn right I support it
Please read those lyrics. Or listen to the song linked below. They truly are inspiring.

I realize it could be offensive to your belief, but it only explains the struggle gay people go through. It sends a great message. That is why I love Macklemore and Ryan Lewis. During some of his performances, Mackemore wears a shirt that says Legalize Gay Marriage. It has been a long time since we have seen an artist/artists that cares so much about a debated issue. For that I really admire Macklemore and Ryan Lewis. Not just for their talent, but for their beliefs and courage.