The Indian-origin rapper has built a reputation for her fearless style, unbridled lyrics, and unwavering confidence. But with great creativity comes great controversy, and Genesis has found herself at the centre of a heated debate surrounding her latest look for which she drew inspiration from a Hindu Goddess. Know who she is and why she is being slammed for her look in the latest album.
Who IsTommy Genesis?
Tommy Genesis is a Canadian rapper and model known for her bold and unapologetic style. The artist was born as Genesis Yasmine Mohanraj and has been making waves in the music industry with her unique blend of rebellion, sexuality, and identity.
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Tommy Genesis’ Age And Background
The 34-year-old rapper has both Tamil and Swedish roots, and her work is evidently influenced by her mixed heritage. Born in Vancouver, Canada, Genesis has built a reputation for pushing boundaries and challenging norms.
Tommy Genesis’ Profession
As a rapper, Genesis has released several albums and mixtapes, including her debut mixtape ‘World Vision’ in 2015 and her self-titled debut album ‘Tommy Genesis’ in 2018. She has also collaborated with top artists like Charli XCX and MIA.
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Tommy Genesis’ Education
Genesis is an accomplished visual artist who studied film and sculpture at the Emily Carr University of Art and Design in Vancouver. Her distinctive style has caught the attention of major fashion brands, including Calvin Klein.
The Tommy Genesis Controversy
Genesis's latest music video, ‘True Blue,’ has sparked widespread outrage, with many accusing her of cultural appropriation and disrespect towards Hinduism and Christianity. The video features Genesis dressed as the Hindu goddess Kali, wearing traditional gold jewellery and a red bindi, with her body painted blue. She is also seen holding a Christian cross and licking it, which has raised eyebrows and sparked debate.
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The backlash has been swift and merciless, with many calling for the video's removal and an apology. Rapper Raftaar has publicly criticised Genesis, accusing her of disrespecting Hinduism and encouraging his followers to report the video on YouTube, via his Instagram story.
The artist is yet to respond to the backlash, but her silence has only added fuel to the fire. As the debate rages on, it's unclear how she will address the controversy and whether she will apologise for her allegedly provocative video.
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