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Risky Joke by Gary Owen Sparks Backlash With Kendrick Lamar’s “White Comedian” Lyrics

Gary Owen, the well-known comedian, is no stranger to controversy, and this time, he’s stirring up a wave of social media backlash after reacting to a lyric from Kendrick Lamar’s new project “wacced out murals.” While the track’s line, “Don’t let no white comedian talk about no Black women that’s law,” was aimed at Andrew Schulz, Owen seized the moment to inject himself into the sparked conversation.

In a post that quickly gained attention on Instagram, comedian Gary Owen joked, “If that’s law, that makes me a criminal,” referencing his history as a comedian and his past marriage to Kenya Duke, a Black woman. What he meant to be a light-hearted humor quickly spiraled into a social media firestorm of criticism. One Instagram user @realruebenwood remarked, “He probably shouldn’t have said anything since his name wasn’t mentioned.” Others dismissed the comment as “tone-deaf,” with one saying, “This ain’t the flex he thinks it is.” @sarkimberly echoed the sentiment and didn’t hold back, stating, “Gary Owen truly believes because he married a Black woman, he gets a FREE PASS, and that’s worrying.”

The incident underscores the layers of complexity in Kendrick Lamar’s lyricism, which often challenges societal norms and sparks dialogue beyond music. This time, however, the focus shifted to Owen’s attempt to center himself in a narrative that wasn’t about him, a move that seemed to backfire.

Meanwhile, Lamar’s surprise album drop, GNX, is making waves for reasons beyond the drama. Tracks like “Luther,” “TV Off,” and “Squabble Up” have dominated charts and social media discussions since the surprise release. Fans and critics are dissecting the project’s sharp lyricism, bold themes, and cultural critiques. From Lil Wayne’s Super Bowl snub to Nas’s subtle acknowledgment, Lamar’s album doesn’t hesitate to stir the pot.

Even McDonald’s hopped on the buzz, responding to Lamar’s reference to producer Mustard in the track “TV Off” with a cheeky social media post. The GNX rollout has dominated Apple Music charts and set the tone for Kendrick’s continued influence as a thought-provoking artist ahead of the Grammy Awards. Owen’s reaction to the “wacced out murals” audience reminds us that humor is subjective, and sometimes, staying silent might be the wiser choice.

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