Everyone loves a good game, but what happens when you see a
pop icon command the eyes of millions watching TV and in the area? Beyoncé
performed ‘Formation’ and new Single that came out before Valentines Day.
Between the dancing, lights, and indistinguishable voice, Beyoncé made a
controversial movement in America.
Formation video starts in New Orleans, Louisiana and
reflects on many different culture views of African Americans and the black
lives matter movement. In her lyrics she mentions that she has hot sauce in her
bag. Beyoncé has always been known to be an activist for both African American
rights and woman’s rights. On social media Beyoncé acknowledged the death of a
young man by the name of Trayvon Martin who was killed with nothing in his hand
but an ice tea and some skittles. At the
super bowl, Beyoncé wore a leather top with an ammo vest embroidered over it.
Her background dancers reflected with Afros and leather body outfits
symbolizing the Black Panther movement.
Beyoncé is definitely an entertainer and she uses that
platform to create awareness in a lot of way especially at the super bowl. This
is another landmark on Beyoncé’s road to change. Some praise this movement as a
way to push the way for African American equality in today’s society. Others
saw this attempt as a pure sign of racism not generalizing her idea and culture
point. On Feb. 16 Protestors will boycott the NFL in an attempt to permanently
ban Beyoncé or “anti- Beyoncé” from the super bowl.
What about you? What are your thoughts on the matter? Do you
agree or disagree that this performance was a controversial one? Or do you
think it was just simply as entertaining as it was a movement? Post your
thoughts in the comments below.
