Azealia Banks Claims ‘Feminism Is Dangerous’ After Teasing New Music On Instagram

Women’s March was held simultaneously in many parts of the country on Saturday. Both women and men paraded the streets voicing their demand for equality. Many female celebs like Demi Lovato, Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus also echoed the same feminist sentiment on social media. However, controversial rapper Azealia Banks is digressing from this advocacy.

On Sunday, Banks took to Instagram to express her own stand on feminism. For the “Ice Princess” rapper, the women’s rights advocacy is generally “dangerous” due to the idea that it is mainly a comparison between women and men. Banks stated that the feminist conversation should be “intra-feminine” instead of including men in the equation.

Banks also shared an unpopular opinion when she wrote: “Man and woman are not equal and they never will be because we’re not supposed to!!“ She also poked fun at intersectionality when she asked: “‘Intersectional Feminism’ — Does it actually exist? Lol. Is it a real thing?” The “212” hitmaker continued her rant by claiming that such a concept only exists in the mind.

The controversial artist also insisted that feminism is a movement that only fights for white women’s rights, leaving out women of color from the picture. To prove her point, Banks stated that the Women’s March was attended by numerous white women. “White women could save the entire world if they TRULY wanted to but they don’t,” she added.

Banks continued to attack the white feminists by saying, “We don’t have true diversity and transparency amongst women as a cornerstone of mainstream feminism because white women don’t want it. They like their power and want to keep it.” She also pointed out that mainstream feminism is all about “privileged and entitled white women” who speak on behalf of all women, but the list of grievances they raise do not represent all women.

In a separate Instagram post, Banks also aired out her disappointment over the things happening in the country because the election was already “enough stress.” She expressed that everyone should take time to chill. In an odd turn of things, Banks then teased her followers that she’s releasing new music very soon.

Ever since she posted her rant on the photo-sharing platform, many users took their time to slam, bash and diss Banks for being “misguided.” One wrote: “Feminism isn’t about man vs. woman. This is very misguided. It’s about ensuring everyone has access to the same opportunities that men traditionally have had.” Another commented: “Your understanding of feminism is very limited.”

Meanwhile, there were also those who agreed with Bank’s sentiments and even praised her for speaking out her mind. One fan stated: “Wow! Thank you for saying this, a very valid way of thinking.” Another also echoed the same sentiment as Banks, saying: “I think there was a rule at the women’s march [that] only millionaire celebrity women are allowed to be keynote speakers.”

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