dailyloe.com – Colombian superstar Karol G is facing pressure ahead of her historic headline performance at the Coachella festival. She has been repeatedly warned that speaking out against the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency could lead to her visa being revoked. Despite these warnings, the artist stated in an interview with Playboy magazine that she does not intend to let anyone silence her. She aims to use her platform to draw attention to issues in the United States.
Karol G is set to become the first Latin American artist to headline the Coachella festival. She discussed her desire to highlight controversies surrounding ICE. People in her circle have advised her not to speak out against the agency. They warned her visa could be taken away the next day if she does.
The singer finds this situation irritating. She said a person becomes a pawn when some want to show their power. Her own team has warned her against making certain declarations. Explicit slogans like ‘ICE Out’ are considered particularly dangerous.
Karol G does not want her actions to be empty gestures. She stated she does not want to just shout ‘ICE Out’ and do nothing else. She indicated she would probably go a step further. She simply wants to be a voice for her community.
The artist is fully aware of her popularity and the significance of her Coachella performance. She emphasized she wants to speak thoughtfully and at the right moment. She is a role model for the entire Latino community that stands behind her. Many believe her voice against ICE is needed due to its raids in Latino neighborhoods.
Karol G is not the first celebrity to speak against ICE. Bruce Springsteen released a protest song criticizing the agency earlier this year. He also performed it during the Grammy Awards ceremony.[]
Source: Onet
