Pink Issues Statement Following Backlash for Critiquing Macklemore’s Pro-Palestine Comments: “Standing Up for My Own People”

In a lengthy 1,300-word social media post, Pink defended her criticism of Macklemore for his support of Palestine during Ed Sheeran's Loop tour. She explained that she has stood up for marginalized communities throughout her career, despite facing backlash. Pink specifically mentioned her 2006 song "Dear Mr. President," which she released during the Gulf War and performed nightly on her tour.

She stated that she would rather be hated for her own words than for someone else's. Pink confirmed that she reposted a graphic criticizing Macklemore, but noted that the words in that post were not hers. She expressed her disappointment at Macklemore's recent displays of support for the Palestinian people, which she felt were antisemitic.

Specifically, she criticized his decision to wear an antisemitic costume while performing and then tell Jewish people at a stadium that it wasn't about them. Pink emphasized that she does not need anyone to be fired or receive a refund, but simply wants to be able to express her concerns as a Jewish mother without being dismissed.

She concluded by addressing those who do not agree with her, stating that they do not have to but should not dismiss the fears and experiences of Jewish people.