The frontman of Lamb of God, Randy Blythe, has responded strongly to critics who argue that musicians should stay out of politics. Speaking in a new interview with Kerrang!, Blythe defended the right of artists to speak out on social issues, saying it is not only a right but also a moral responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When asked how he reacts to people who say entertainers should avoid political commentary, Blythe replied bluntly: \u201cTo those people, I say \u2018Go fuck yourself.\u2019 I\u2019m an American citizen and a world traveler. More than that, I\u2019m a human being. I\u2019m not some dancing monkey put here for your entertainment.\u201d According to the vocalist, ignoring serious issues for personal convenience reflects a loss of basic moral values. \u201cIf you have any sort of moral compass at all, it\u2019s irresponsible not to exercise your right to speak up. If people are willing to compartmentalize something like a child sex trafficking ring because they think it might improve their bank account, they\u2019ve lost a component of their humanity.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Blythe also criticized those who remain silent about injustice for personal gain. \u201cYou\u2019re not going to be able to carry your money into the grave, but you will carry the memories of silently going along with people who enabled child sex predators,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite his harsh criticism, the singer stated that he remains hopeful about the future. He acknowledged that an apocalyptic perspective has often shaped his worldview and the lyrical themes of his band. \u201cThere is an apocalyptic side to my nature. I admit that, and plenty of our lyrics reflect it. I have to watch myself with that. It\u2019s okay to pay attention to what\u2019s happening and be worried, but you should also do your best to change it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The vocalist emphasized that democratic systems depend on citizen participation. \u201cEveryday citizens in a functional democracy have a right to vote and they need to not become apathetic. If I don\u2019t engage in the system and try to be a force for positive change, then I\u2019m abandoning my responsibility,\u201d he said, adding that he is frustrated by the defeatist attitude he often sees. \u201cPeople say, \u2018It doesn\u2019t make a difference.\u2019 Well, if you don\u2019t do anything, then of course it won\u2019t make any difference.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Blythe closed with a direct call to civic action: \u201cSo please go to the voting booth and do what you can. I don\u2019t understand politics in the U.K., but I do know that you need to vote. Don\u2019t just be an apathetic slug and complain when everything turns to shit.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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