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Ben Shapiro and Tom MacDonald drop rap collab

Daily Wire Editor Emeritus Ben Shapiro Drops Rap Music Video with‍ Tom MacDonald

Yes, you read that right​ — ‌but it bears ⁢repeating: Ben Shapiro ⁣released a rap video with Tom MacDonald. The song, called “Facts,” goes after the establishment and​ mainstream media ⁢“sacred cows,” ​which get‌ taken down ⁢by​ Shapiro and MacDonald in a “quotable verbal crossfire,” ‍according⁣ to‍ a press release from MacDonald.

“As a ​longtime devotee of rap,‌ becoming a rapper was the natural next step in my career ‍trajectory,” Shapiro said. “So, when Tom asked if⁢ I wanted to collaborate⁢ on a ​song, I leapt⁤ at the chance.⁤ This‌ was the moment I spent 20 years of classical violin training preparing for. For those who⁤ don’t⁢ appreciate my artistic stylings, all I ⁣can say is that‍ they didn’t appreciate Bach properly in his own time, either.”

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Shortly after its ‍release, the⁢ Shapiro/MacDonald song was charting at ⁣#5 overall, above hits from top artists such as Taylor Swift ⁢and Dua Lipa.

“Facts” also reached #2 on the iTunes rap chart ahead of Nikki⁢ Minaj and Doja ⁣Cat. “Hey, ​@NICKIMINAJ, it’s ​great ​to join you atop​ the iTunes​ rap charts,” Shapiro posted. ⁢“Sorry, correction, ⁢you’re a few‌ slots lower.”

“I like to do things nobody ⁤else can do,” ‍MacDonald said after releasing “Facts.” “Not everybody can get‍ Ben ‌Shapiro on a track. For ‌someone‍ who had⁢ never recorded a rap song ⁤before, ⁢he got⁤ in the⁢ studio and nailed it. We’ve both criticized the status quo of hip-hop, ⁣so it made sense.⁤ There is ‌a good⁢ intention at⁣ the‌ heart⁤ of ‘Facts.’⁢ There is light.”

While a number accused MacDonald of “selling out” in the comments,⁣ some joked about how ​Shapiro’s notoriously fast ‌style ⁢of speaking would actually work in his favor ​in the rap ⁣genre.

“Can you imagine ‍Ben ​Shapiro pulling a Rap God? He could probably spit 200 bars in⁢ 12 seconds,” one joked.

MacDonald ‍followed the initial announcement with a nod⁤ to the haters,‌ saying, “Lots of⁢ people seem to be ⁤REALLY mad⁢ that I’m dropping‍ a song with​ Ben Shapiro on Friday. To those who I’ve​ upset, I’d ⁣just ⁣like to say … ​There isn’t a ⁢metric small enough to measure how⁣ little I care. ⁣To the folks who are excited … 2 sleeps till Friday!!”

For good measure, MacDonald ​added a ⁢promotional graphic. “Tomorrow ⁢at 9 AM! ⁣Who’s ready for a crazy music video?!”

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The⁣ collaborative effort came​ as a shock to many who had just ⁢watched Shapiro’s recent interview with podcaster⁢ Lex Fridman, during which he argued that rap⁢ was not⁤ really music⁢ —​ but⁣ that he could potentially be convinced otherwise.

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Shapiro’s argument was that music — at least,⁢ classically speaking — has ⁤three key ​components:‌ rhythm, melody, and ⁢harmony. And by ‌his assessment,‍ rap typically only had maybe one ⁤of ⁤the three.

How did Ben ⁣Shapiro and Tom MacDonald justify their collaboration in the face of criticism and accusations of selling out?

Eem​ to be upset ​about ‌the recent collaboration between Ben Shapiro and⁤ Tom MacDonald. ​However, the release of their rap song, titled “Facts,” has proven to be a ⁤success, charting at ⁤#5 overall on the iTunes charts ‌and reaching #2 on the rap chart.⁢ This accomplishment is particularly notable as it placed them‍ above⁢ popular artists such as⁣ Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, Nikki Minaj, and Doja Cat.

Ben Shapiro, the former editor of the Daily Wire, expressed his excitement about the collaboration, ‌stating‍ that ‌his⁣ passion for rap⁢ made‍ it a natural progression in his ⁤career. He humorously compared himself to classical composer Bach, ⁤suggesting‌ that his artistic stylings ⁣might not be appreciated immediately but will be recognized in due time.

Tom MacDonald, known for his unapologetic and thought-provoking music,⁢ praised Shapiro for embracing a genre‌ that they both‍ believe needs a critical eye.⁢ He commended Shapiro for his ability to⁣ deliver ⁣his lines flawlessly, despite it being his first rap recording. MacDonald emphasized that their song, “Facts,” carries a good intention and ⁢a message of light amidst their ⁢criticism of the status quo in ⁤hip-hop.

While some⁤ accused MacDonald of selling out, others⁢ joked ⁤about the compatibility ​of Shapiro’s fast-speaking style with rap. Many fans eagerly awaited the release of the ‍collaboration, and MacDonald responded to the negative comments by expressing his indifference ⁢and focusing ⁤on those who are excited about the project.

Overall, despite the initial surprise and skepticism surrounding ⁢Ben​ Shapiro‍ and Tom MacDonald joining forces, the success of their rap song has proven that anything is possible in the realm of music.​ The collaboration challenges ⁤the mainstream and establishment narratives and offers a unique perspective rooted in ⁤their individual ⁣experiences‌ and beliefs.


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