Accidental?
The recent song, “Accidental Racist,” by Brad Paisley and LL Cool J got me thinking about how one accidentally oppresses other people. As a white woman raised in the South, I’ve heard the angst expressed before. I just don’t buy it. Yet it inspired me to write another version.
WARNING: There are some graphic descriptions in the column below.
The recent song, “Accidental Racist,” by Brad Paisley and LL Cool J got me thinking about how one accidentally oppresses other people. As a white woman raised in the South, I’ve heard the angst expressed before. I just don’t buy it.
Yet it inspired me to write another version:
“Accidental Rapist”
To the woman I got drunk at the frat party
I hope you understand
When I stuck my fingers up your vagina
While you were passed out
The only thing I meant to say is I’m a Rick Ross fan.
It sounds like I’m the bad guy, but from my point of view
We were having a good time
My buds posted photos to all your friends online
You know how these things go
I hope you understand
I guess “no” means “no”
but you didn’t say “no”
So that means “yes”
I hope you understand.
I’m just a guy doing what guys do
Along with all the other guys in the room
No harm, no foul.
I hope you understand.
Dear Mr. Rapist, I don’t...understand.
It’s not about music
It’s not even about sex.
It’s all about rape.
I’ll help you understand
Pay attention. I’m only gonna say this once:
Only “yes” means “yes.”
Only when we both have our wits about us.
Otherwise, take me home; keep me safe.
And go on your way.
Rev. Dr. Marie M. Fortune
FaithTrust Institute
www.faithtrustinstitute.org
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