Maná Pulls Nicky Jam Collab After He Endorses Trump: Band ‘Doesn’t Work With Racists’
Latin Music Group Withdraws Song With Nicky Jam
Latin music band Maná has withdrawn its collaboration with Nicky Jam after he endorsed Donald Trump for president.
The band announced the decision in a statement on social media, saying that they "do not work with racists."
Nicky Jam’s Endorsement and Backlash
Nicky Jam endorsed Trump in a video posted to his Instagram account in October 2020. In the video, he said that he was voting for Trump because he was "a businessman" and "a winner."
The endorsement was met with widespread backlash from fans and fellow musicians, who accused Jam of racism and xenophobia.
Maná’s Response and Values
In their statement, Maná said that they were "disappointed" by Jam's endorsement and that they "do not share his views."
The band has a long history of speaking out against racism and discrimination. In 2018, they released a song called "Latinos Unidos" (United Latinos) that celebrated the diversity of the Latino community.
The Importance of Taking a Stand
Maná's decision to withdraw their collaboration with Nicky Jam is a powerful example of how artists can use their platform to speak out against racism and discrimination.
By taking a stand, Maná is sending a clear message that they do not tolerate racism and that they believe in the power of music to bring people together.
Conclusion
Maná's decision to withdraw their collaboration with Nicky Jam is a reminder that we all have a responsibility to speak out against racism and discrimination.
Whether we are artists, musicians, or simply citizens, we all have a voice that we can use to make a difference.
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