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They are doing to Waters what they did to Corbyn and will do to anyone who threatens their narrative. It's not just about Israel - it's the whole enchilada. They don't want people with a social conscience pointing out everything bad they are doing. Who are they? The oligarchs who control the media and our government. #JimmyDore just had a guest on talking about how they brought the Guardian to heel back in 2013 for daring to do actual journalism. All of this needs to be understood by as many people as possible. No individual can fight them!
@@leonardpattison2816 yep he was awful. Was a massive creep. But his film the great dictator was very anti fascist and so is The Wall so its a good comparison.
EXACTLY and you know that probably is on their list of things to get aroudn to! I wouldn't be suprised. They figure folks are too stupid. and I guess they would be right .. folks are/have gottent that stupid!. It is like the propaganda I have seen around Damien Echols being a "Satanist" .. just gods.. makes my stomach turn!
He's not wrong - the nazi/demagoguery narrative as part of The Wall has been around for over 40 years and making a fuss about it now is ludicrous. But my sympathy for Waters is tempered by the fact that he was guilty of doing the same sh&t at political figures in the past, including dedicating parts of his shows to ignorant political rants (and yes, I'll call anyone who thinks socialism is a good idea as ignorant), and calling persons X, Y and Z fascists, when they were anything but. So, 1) Stop trying to cancel Waters, and 2) Karma's a bitch, ain't it Roger?
@@therichieboy ostensibly he has gray areas but to be censured without factual evidence is symptomatic of our global news. Thank God he's not touring America atm, he'd be loved in the South and hanged in the North!
Roger Waters can't be cancelled. The thought is ridiculous. Roger is the guy that made me want to look at the atrocities in war, in life. The concert he put together at the Berlin Wall was genius!!!
@@dougrose7334 Nobody said he was the greatest expert in geopolitics. What artists do is they ask questions and draw attention to problems. You don't need to be an expert to know that the Palestinians deserve a better treatment.
Roger IS no fascist, but he "put s water on the mills of fascists" (as we say in german) nowadays water on Putin s mills. And like his father, being a pacifist TOO. Both guys never recognized, that her opinions are a guaranty for becoming enslaved
He is a arrogant, Narcissistic bully and also a antisemitic know it all. This man is a completely insane tool. By the way he did not create the wall by himself. The other band members did as well. Also I am a "intelligent human". I know a asshole when i see it.
Good. Listen to the rest of the band, who parted ways with Waters after his multiple political blinders. Recently he supported Putin's narrative about invasion on Ukriane. Sad...
I am who i am because of few ones like you, i was not at Versailles and Chantilly concert because you were not there 🙂🏴☠️🙃🐖, when i saw you in Lyon 5 years ago was such a great day so big émotions a travel in Time for over 30 years so great émotions again for ever thank you. I know you are an honest and right gentleman. THANK YOU AGAIN ROGER WATERS 👍💙🐖🙂🏴☠️🙃.WE D'ONT NEED NO THOUGHT CONTROL 😰🥶🥵😱🤯🐑🐖🙃🏴☠️🙂🤔😁🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🙃🏴☠️🙂
It's certainly what happens in Russia, telling the truth can lead to very long prison or worse. Normal citizens persecuted by a criminal government, like one insane open prison.
Thank you Roger. As an English woman with a Palestinian daughter in law I am so grateful for your comments. My daughter in law was living here in the UK but moved to Denmark to be closer to her Mum who had to leave everything they had and move the family there for their safety. She visit her grandparents in Palestine each year but always returns deeply saddened by the atrocities she has witnessed during her stay. She has worked and lived very happily in Denmark for some time but claims that over recent years there has been a turn around toward Palestinian people in Denmark, she no longer feels safe and feels the need to hide her identity. She and her family are the most kind and loving family one could wish to meet and they live in constant fear for relatives who remain in Palestine.
Not blaming the young lady, but as a foreigner myself (argentinian living in Germany) I have to generalize and we all have to accept that most of the people coming from certain countries, are causing lots of trouble and aren't (and don't want to) get integrated or respect western values, but rather impose theirs. So I can understand the Europeans getting tired and done with those ethnicities being a migrant my own self.
This is exactly what I needed to hear! The people are with you. You are a free thinker, free speaker. You have the courage to stand up for what is RIGHT, no matter the consequences! You are an inspiration. You are not prefect, you are flawed, just like us. But you have a GOOD heart, and THAT... Is what REALLY matters!!!
GUYS JESUS IS COMING TO TAKE HIS PEOPLE TO HEAVEN MANY WILL SAY IT WAS ALIENS DONT BE DECEIVED BY THEM HOW TO BE SAVED FROM THE COMING JUDGEMENT OF GOD ON THE EARTH - - > ROMANS 10:9 PLEASE dont be the one that falls on their knees after this happens crying "WHY DIDNT I LISTEN TO THE CRAZY CHRISTIANS!???" Accept Jesus today He just wants to save you ♥️
I'll tell you what 'evil' is - Firing rockets indiscriminately at innocent people on a daily basis. Sending children as suicide bombers into crowded shopping areas to become martyrs . Driving cars at innocent people to kill them. Attacking Rabbis and their congregations in synagogues. Shooting innocent women and children on the street. Sickening terrorism inflicted on innocent people in Israel on a regular basis by anti semites. Take your blinkers off robert, stop listening to the lies and relearn.
I'm a sixty-year-old lady from Florida , I've always loved Pink Floyd , and kudos to mr. Waters for standing up for what's right , for standing your ground . I think your great , I always have , always will ...
Gods I love him, he didn't just influence my entire childhood, he's also one hell of a human! Undeterred, unshaken, he has continually kicked ass and I have nothing but respect for people that stand with humanity.
50 years later and people are still listening to "Time". And, if the earth is still here 500 years from now, people will still be listening to it. Thank you Roger.
There is a very powerful Israeli lobby group in Germany. Many ordinary Germans would agree with everything you’ve said including my west German liberal Green Party voting girlfriend. You’ve explained perfectly why no one can speak out about Israel and Palestine without being accused of anti semitism not just in Germany but anywhere.
Unfortunately this is so true in the UK where the Right is trying to wipe out the Left in our Labour Party , a party that came to be out of the fight for Workers rights for employment rights and the right to a real wage for the poorest ! Anti semitism is the slur , the accusation , levelled at pro Palestine MPs who just speak up and support Palestine against the Israeli Government bombing them into oblivion .
I'm german and I completely disagree. That's just the typical "Das wird man wohl doch noch sagen dürfen..." Today we have antisemitism without antisemites and Roger Waters is the perfect example for it. He is one without himself being aware of it; at least he is only an artist.
@@antitainer3761 so as he says…Criticising the Israeli governments and it’s anti- Arab policies obviously means you are an antisemite, is that what you are saying? Because of the holocaust, does that give them a free pass to do what they like without criticism and condemnation?
@@antitainer3761 😂We dont give flying v2 if You're German or dutch, he is still greater as an artist and a person with a sense of justice than a thing like you will ever be!
@@snicker576probably because the people of Gaza have been getting slaughtered and bombed by those trying to take their land away from them since the 1950s
Israel is an Apartheid state guilty of 75 years (1948) of brutal human rights abuses against the Palestinian people. The European Zionists literally stole everything from the Palestinian people. ALL the problems in the region are caused by Israel. The world must unite against Apartheid and anyone that supports Apartheid. Roger is making them nervous, any attention is bad attention when you're running an Apartheid state. 🇮🇱👎🇮🇱👎🇮🇱👎🇮🇱👎
As a teenager, I watched "The Wall" and I saw it for what it was, a statement about how insane the world is. It's art. It is amazing, and the people that criticize it, have never watched it fully. If they had, they would know.
You are an exceptional artist and a truly inspiring advocate in the fight against fascism. Together, we form a powerful collective united against oppression and injustice.
I want to apologize to Mr. Waters. I only read the stories printed about him and, so, I wanted to "cancel" him, with everything within me. I was mislead. Hearing him speak (in his own word), I understand and support his position, unquestionably. He's putting his career and money where his mouth is. Stand strong, Roger. Continue on your quest of righteousness and truth. You're of a dying breed.
When I first heard about this issue, I was rather confused: Did Roger Waters actually become all the things that some his strongest works was speaking strongly against? Did he really fall off the deep end of current fascism now? Yeah, like you, I was confused about this for a while. I'm glad that to be reconfirmed that it just isn't true.
Good on you for being brave enough to use your head. If only everyone was like you. I’m guessing you’ve learned a lesson here. Get your information from the actual person and no one else.
I hope you learned the lesson , not everyone is Roger f*****ing WAters . So think how many people were smeared by those media oultets for the sake of the empire . DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH !!!!!
When he said from the river to the sea , that means the complete killing of the Jews. When the Palestinians kill all the Jews they can , he says nothing, fact is they both hate each other equally, the Jews are at least willing to live with the Jews in some form u like the Hamas , they want them dead from the river to the sea. Them to complain saying they’re attacking his father is his dumb liberalism coming our.Admit it , they are both guilty of atrocities against each other , it’s just one side is t even willing to compromise to live next to each other !
You're one of the last artists to speak your truth. The current majority are corporate shills. I have pure respect for your lifetime of artistry and honesty ❤
I agree mate, absolutely true. The mainstream world today is a complete pile of consumer baiting shit. Lies, fake news, fast food & hype. Complete BS IMO & mainly sucked up by the plastic folk, of which there are now many. I cannot wait for it to go up it's own arsehole & hope that I'm still alive to witness it.
People trying to cancel Roger for using imagery in his concerts, from something he and the other members of Pink Floyd created, is so.. I can’t even describe it. Ridiculous. It shows people haven’t done their homework on The Wall. They would see that overall theme speaks about the dangers of isolation, justifications people make up for their faults, and in my opinion self sabotage. I’m so happy to see Roger time and time again stick to his guns and defend his beliefs. That takes absolute courage and it’s admirable that someone is seeing something and saying something. No matter the title he holds or if you agree with him, he is courageous.
Keep doing what you're doing, Roger. We stand with you and we will support you in your struggle against the liars of "cancel culture". Keep speaking the truth, Roger.
I understand your sentiment, but if that were true, he wouldn't have to make these statements to clarify the issue. The problem is accepting what you are told because that is what you want to hear. It is a very hard problem to fix without an open mind.
@@laloelsalamanca How? He made the most iconic moment in that album and in music history with his comfortably numb solo. Even he admits playing that song on the pulse concert is his greatest work yet.
@@megumareta6361 Kind of hard for anyone to discuss it with you when you're making ridiculous "most iconic" moments. Enjoy your Gilmour posters fanboy.
@@stickman1742 Ask any random person who's listened to the Wall and i bet you one of their favorite parts would be that second solo. It's an iconic solo in the rock community and a sample of just how wonderful of a player David is. Pink Floyd wouldnt be the same without all of them combined but Comfortably Numb will never be the same without Gilmour's guitar
Kudos to Roger Waters for standing up when it is so much easier to be silent. “The ultimate tragedy is not the oppression and cruelty by the bad people but the silence over that by the good people.” - Dr Martin Luther King Jr
Your mother's advice, Roger, has stood you in good stead. And anyone who has ever listened properly to your lyrics knows your heart. Keep on keeping on telling the truth. Tear down the wall! Tear down the wall!
It takes a lot of balls to stand up and voice your opinions like Roger is doing. You have to admire his tenacity. I'm not political but he's right when he says if you have an opinion AGAINST Israel, that automatically makes you an anti-Semite through the lens of the media.
they made it that way. Who owns the banks? major media? Who holds the largest shares in tech giants like Apple? They run the world and because of what happened in the past they have been able to get away with far too much because of this exact thing. You say literally one thing against them and they will have everybody spitting on you and throwing rocks. I suggest people do some research if you are unaware of what's been happening for a long long time. They own everything and we are powerless unless we speak out like Roger here. I suggest using an alternate search engine as well when researching certain topics, they have Google/ RUclips compromised and heavily censor anything against them. Or they put the "Fact check - FALSE" shit on there so sheep don't think twice. Also the mainstream media may seem divided but its all for population control. If you follow the paper trails, they all lead to the top where just a few conglomerate parent companies own EVERYTHING.
Roger, you nailed it in one comment, show me the evidence?! We are living in a time of trial by hysteria! Religion and ideology have been weaponised by those that are hard of thinking. Your work has been part of my life since Dark Side, I know you are innocent of this BS, you will prevail.
All the media mainstream expecially of the west showed in these last years all kind of disinformations and official fake news , but turning up side down ... they started to accuse free social to be dangerous and need to be fully controlled and censored. A new nazism " really" is spreading in Europe ! Roger Waters a few rock star and musician to stand for the truth !
I am 80 years old and was raised in the Jewish faith. I have been a fan since the 70's and have seen you live 7 times, incl. "The Wall" in Tacoma, Wa. I waited 2 years to see "It's Just a Drill" and it was worth it. I love you and your music, your words and never thought of you as an antisemite. Israel is trying to push Palestine into the sea. The hell with those who want to shut you down. You rock and will forever. 🥰😍🤩😘
🤩 I love the Jewish people, I'm drawn to them by some mystical force. My first true love was a Jewish girl, I'll never truly get over her. All of my many Jewish friends are saddened and frustrated by Israel's policies with regards to the Palestinians. You're a wise and courageous person.
I grew up in Israel in the 70s and like you was a fan of Pink Floyd, so am very appreciative of the man's talent. I don't think he's a Na__ and certainly would not "cancel" him but he is Israel-obsessed and - like many who have fallen under that spell - can only see one side without any historical context.
Yes Roger, read read read the historical accuracy of the Jewish state and the atrocities perpetuated against the Jewish people in the land of Israel and the amount of times Israel has offered peace in exchange for no more acts of terrorism only to be rejected. Israel has a right to defend itself. Look to the Palestinian leadership living in their palatial villas collecting billions of dollars from America and yes, Israel while they allow their people to suffer. It's to profitable to be the victim. Yasser Arfat was given 95% of what he asked for and he rejected it. Give me a f’ing break. Ignorance is bliss.
Roger Waters will never be cancelled. My poppa is from London, England and was in London when the Nazis starting bombing by air. My poppa jumped on a British Navy ship which ended up in New Zealand after serving in Pearl Harbour. He died a few months ago at 92. Pink Floyd has been a massive part of my family artistically. Long Live Roger Water & Pink Floyd.
The Wall movie scared the crap out of me. And fascinated me. Those hammers. And now - what, 40 years on? - people do not get the point. A story, a warning. Is there anyone out there? Just think a bit.
I want to live in a society where he is able to say what he want and perform his music than a society that try to silence, cancel and put a shades on him with lies. Support you in every shape and form mr.Waters.
confused dissident who spreads fake narrative of murderous dictatorship which invaded Ukraine "being provoked" by their victim... sometimes his critics are actually right
Did you know? The man at the back of £5 currency note, Mr. Churchill, alone is responsible for the killing of 4 million Bengalis. In history, its called The Bengal Famine.
This mantra is drilled into every English person constantly by mass media, hardly a revelation. However, when you look closely at the geo politics of the time, any intelligent person will conclude the Bengali famine is not nearly as simple as you would like to believe.
Eloquently said Rodger, you will always have the support of millions just a shame those individuals in higher places have there ears closed. Keep up the good work ❤
We are living in a dangerous time when speaking the truth becomes a revolutionary act. Solidarity with you Roger and with Julian Assange. It’s the same struggle.
A man who writes Wish You Were Here can only be a genius with the heart and soul of a lion… you speak for all those who can’t cheers Roger big love fam
Thank you Roger for fighting back passionately about this matter! The lies against you are horrific! I’m ashamed of the media who has spread these lies but am proud of you for setting the word straight so passionately! Truth!
Roger, there's not many people I look up to in this world, but you are one of them. You're clearly more relevant now than you ever have been, which is why you've been targeted by the establishment. We need more like you in these dark times - a role model for generations ❤
I'm an old german guy and you are ABSOLUTELY RIGHT with every single word you're saying! Keep up your honourable fight and be sure the good will win in the end ✊ ...if we all JOIN in solidarity
I think media now have, sure too late, understood that they were wrong to follow some fanatic people that did not know anything about Pink Floyd and its history. I am German, too. The concert was a great event.
@@neverforget6523 Unfortunately, one Claudia Roth protested against Roger. She discriminated against him. I saw that and was appaled. She, who once managed Rio Reiser. She, who couldn't stop Rio from using drugs. She, who didn't let Rio say He was gay? They're suing Roger because what? You can't be for PEACE, that doesn't suit the powerful in gouvernment. Not all Germans think like their gouvernment. I wish you only the best
I saw Roger Waters in New York, US. There were protesters out front. He has always been political but if you listen to his music, you know he has always been on the side of the people. The show was awesome!
Roger ,, personally I've noticed in the last 3-5 years,,, the now international state-run news,,, Or should I say, "the western civilization state-run news? " as an individual who's about to be 51 , With the rise of the internet,, we all get to see things a lot more clear and more transparency than ever. However that's really not the case now is it? As the technology came in for us to be, more transparent and more united as human beings, this underlying movement has come into the picture or just has always been in the picture but before the rise of smartphones and instant filming they were masters of concealment. This also is not true anymore for people like yourself have exposed the real truth.. it used to be the news told us what was going on didn't have an opinion they just showed us what was what. I would say in the last 15-20 years,, that simply doesn't exist anymore there's always a narrative to play on..As a citizen of the United States back in the day of Peter Jennings being the anchor of ABC News was about the last time that news Outlet was legitimate.. for many years they were considered to be the best,, how they brought us the news how they conducted themselves delivering the news on a neutral basis... in more recent times for a moment Fox News seemed it to bring a somewhat neutral view although it still was through red lenses... currently in June of 2023 is extremely difficult to know exactly what is happening.. because now with everything changed at Fox News for the worst, it's like who win what you can trust... so I appreciate you mentioning DoubleDown news I immediately subscribed after watching your interview. You most certainly are not alone there are millions of Pink Floyd fans that support you but in more recent reporting severe that we were getting in the United States that David Gilmour was also jumping on you about this so-called anti-semetic nature that you have, I mean seriously? I'm so happy you mentioned your father which needed to be mentioned.. Yourself personally along with your mother and rest of your family took an immense loss with your father not coming home.. trying to attack you and knowing the type of individual that you are I am more than certain you know an awful lot about the 1930s the rise of the Third Reich and everything else that came after.. for these individuals who are now running the news organizations are in positions of power seems like if they can call you a racist they will call you anti-Semitic if they can't call you anti-semitic, they will call you racist. Yes, you did read that right!!!! I've always respected your musicianship your enormous contributions to the recording of audio in all facets not just music. For the things that you's invented it's not only being used in the music business it's being used in all professional recording studios.... all that aside. Over the years I have learned about how you are personally as a human being and from what I've always read,listened or have seen..You're very consistent with your message. Not many of us have had the privilege to travel the world and see it for yourself.. Considering your integrity and passion when it comes to human rights should be considered blessing for all the people of the world.. please stay strong and don't let them even rattle you, because you have millions and millions of fans all across planet Earth. Those of us who try to remain educated two current events and in-the-know of what's Happening already knows that you are a spearhead for human rights. Because you serve the greater good don't let them even attempt to try to sway you you have far too many allies in this world.
He is absolutely wrong on Israel, 101%. He fucking can't understand the wall he is standing next to is because of Palestinian terrorism. He fucking can't close his mouth and open eyes - there were 4 jewish terrorist attacks vs. 363 Palestinian. So this MF should read himself. History. I love his songs but I can't stand him because of his anti-Isarel and pro-Russia statements. He is wrong. As he was wrong in 1981 when he killed best band of all time Pink Floyd. Now he is simply one miserable man leaving off previous achievements. That's why he is so sad
Anyone who knows you and your body of work would never judge you in such a way. You are correct in your assessments and your art. All my love to you, Roger!!! ❤❤
Saw him in Glasgow the other night, absolutely amazing show! Freedom of speech is a cornerstone of democracy. If you don't like his beliefs (which let's face it, promotes equality and love) don't buy a ticket!
Even if you use your freedom to whitewash Putin's genocidal invasion? Every day Ukrainian children die - and this idiot speaks in UN in support of Putin... Very sad that this guy gets ANY attention
no, no demoncracy, its in on itself a fallacy and the road to communism as you can see in some countries, its all a scam so that majority can be controlled by minority
I saw him in Glasgow the other night....me and my mate walked out......we went there to listen to his beautiful music....not to listen to a 2 hr Roger political broadcast...but eh, each to their own.
@@zumatoobs exactly! I wrote the same thing. He was yelling and screaming about how Trump was a tyrant not realizing it's the neoliberals that run cancel culture.
As an avid floyd fan since i can remember, as soon as i heard people saying he's antisemetic i've been responding "you know his dad was murdered by the people that you're saying he supports and agrees with?" The final cut is a really good album to listen to, roger touches on how much it hurt but in beautiful concept form. Sorry you're having to deal with all this Roger, all the best and let's hope you get to keep performing
Alright, Roger Waters is not a racist, or a bigot or anti-semitic. Those who make these very stupid (and SUDDEN) accusations are the same people claiming that anyone audacious enough to criticize Israel must be anti-semitic or a "pro-nazi" (which is quite anti-semitic in of itself). The man is against global genocide and nations who are given free reign to massacre whoever they want, how MANY they want, and for whatever reason they deem neessary! Yeah, it's just so digusting how some people look down on mass genocide. How terrible, huh?
I have been a fan for many MANY years. THE SADDEST aspect is that Waters even has to do this video. WHY, he is a creator, an artist, a wonderful person, heart, mind, body and soul. He should not have to defend himself. He just should not. This should not even be an issue. I, LOVE your music, your being. Your views and opinions matter. You do this through the creative process, your art, your wonderful, beautiful expressions. YOU WILL NOT BE CANCELLED. NEVER. Please, just carry on.... There are so very many people around the whole world who admire you, respect you, and support you.
Roger, you are on the side of Truth. Our poor old world needs Truth now so badly, we all do. Those of us who are fully awake and aware embrace all your work over the decades and hold deep respect for you. There are truly repulsive creatures at work here, puppets of the state and higher, intent on having us all heavily censored and controlled. These are dark times for us. Stay strong and protect yourself in every way you can do. These creatures must not be allowed to silence your voice of justice, truth and compassion, nor anyone else’s. Much love and respect to you and your family.
Yep, but the semites control all of the mockingbird msm WW, besides governments. It's simple really, look at who one can't criticize and you'll see who actually rules. I long for the day when the masses finally connect all of the dots and realize "We, the people WW" need to get on the anti semite bandwagon and take "Our" countries back from the pos ashke"nazis".
What's heartbreaking is that he's an insufferable hypocrite when it comes to his passion for human rights. Singularly singling out Israel for boycott, divestment and sanctioning while being a longtime vocal Putin apologist who criticizes the West. If he is so concerned about human rights in this world where is his spine when it comes to Putin's Russia's many human rights abuses? Where is his spine as Xi's China persecutes Buddhists and wages a de facto genocide against Chinese Uhygers? Crushing any dissent inside their population while attempting to assimilate the rest and wipe out their cultural identity? Talk about human rights abuses! Yet what do we hear from Roger about those human rights abuses? Or for that matter Erdogan's Turkey's human rights abuses persecuting the Kurds? Apparently Roger has a clean conscience about not boycotting Russia, China, and Turkey where he has continued to perform concerts. The reality is the only people he publicly gives a crap about when it comes to human rights abuses is in defense of his beloved Palestinians, as he criticizes and pillars Israel calling for it's boycott, divestment, and sanctioning. Yet to hear him speak you wouldn't even know that Hamas exists as he whitewashes the Palestinian side of the issue for his own political convenience sake. When it comes to Roger Waters hypocrisy there are many things to be heartbroken about. He's a boorishly insufferable twat.
@@Nafo-Radio Wait, what? I didn't hear that type of thing. I just took this as #1) He's being criticized for portraying a Nazi-like character (although, in a negative light) and #2) He is also politically critical of the Israeli government (which isn't necessarily unreasonable). But if he has said/done things that are anti-semitic -- or even played down the Holocaust and the horrors of the genocide -- then that's flat out wrong. It's horrible. Has he done that? I'm totally serious. If he has, I'd like to know because that ain't cool and that changes freaking everything.
Lovely message but he doesn't need to see our messages only for you to know what's really going on here. Then his message has had an impact. Anyone who knows what The Wall is about knows what the media is saying is complete bullshit.
Roger, as someone who has had the privilege of being an ardent listener of your music for nearly the entirety of my existence. I can recall with vivid detail, the sounds of "Another Brick in the Wall" reverberating from a balcony in Rheindahlen West Germany, filling the air around me as I sat, as a kid, playing in a sandpit. That moment left an indelible mark on me, and your music has been a significant part of my life since then. It's important to note here that, as a fan and follower, I haven't always found myself in agreement with your viewpoints or your beliefs on certain topics. However, I am a firm believer in the principle of freedom of thought and the right of everyone to hold and express their unique beliefs. So, while we may diverge on specific issues, I appreciate the diversity of thought. This trend of trying to cancel everything that is contrary to others' thought processes as a way to erase their presence and diminish their influence is shit and needs to stop. So on this, I am in complete agreement with you. We need more diversity in thought, not less.
Yes, it was me, who weakly responded when he asked "Is there anyone out there?" and the rest of the hall was silent, as I said "Yes I am out here" meaning I can help. But the huge silence behind me frightened me to the core. No one else could understand, nor wanted to respond..Germans are raised on a diet of angst (fear) and rules. And if there is free beer being provided then the beer provider will be applauded regardless of which side he is on. Sometimes the truth hurts but in the end it is the only thing which remains. 2023 06 06 18:53 -2UTC
I got "Double Down News (DDN)" as something I must read now for homework! 😖 More and more homework 😵 Can't I just play "Dark Side of The Moon," "Wish You Were Here," "Animals," and "The Wall" to escape reality to listen to choreographed and operatic "Heavy Metal" rock without any politics. Live on Roger Waters, David Gilmoure, Rick Mason and Richard Wright as the only four I consider Pink Floyd (sorry Sid Barrett you died before the time of Gilmoure and Waters greatest contributions to Pink Floyd music)! ✊😊👍
@@WeWillAlwaysHaveVALIS ... You are making the point as to why David Gilmoure doesn't work with Roger Waters. No way would David Gilmoure have such anti-Israel sentiment singing a duet with Ukraine's pop music artist condemning Russia for its "special mission in Ukraine!" Note: In case you missed Ukrainian politics that people of Ukraine want to please Israel counter to what Roger Waters is politically implying. David Gilmoure just goes back to the entertainment value of Pink Floyd whose fans are split in political opinion.
Roger you are a living LEGEND. Please, please please NEVER stop what you are doing, we all fucking love you to pieces, please shout louder and louder until the tossers can't be heard! Your fans love you, we respect you and we value and cherish your opinions and views. Seeing you live and experiencing your show was the most magnificent, extraordinary thing I have ever witnessed in my 31 years on this planet. YOU WILL NOT AND CANNOT BE CANCELLED OR SILENCED!! We, your fans, will NEVER let that happen!! Rock on Roger, you were and ARE Pink Floyd - the one and only and the greatest lyricist and songwriter to ever grace humanity.
Roger Waters has a long history of virulent antisemitism and bigoted, hateful attacks on the Jewish people as a culture. If the shoe fits, wear it. Where there's this much smoke, there's fire.
Let the politicians and ideologues whine and snivel. Roger stands for truth and common decency, and he always has. His body of work speaks of a man with heart and soul, with care and love for all people. Thank you Roger for never backing down, never letting the hypocrites intimidate you. Heroic work you are doing. Rex. Canada.
@@pangolin216 his manager is the one who cancelled those shows in Poland, and i've read that open letter he wrote. It's the same news outlets that wants you to believe he's anti-semitic that says he's anti-democratic. It's quite the opposite my friend.
As a teenager i found Pink Floyd The Wall album record from my dad. I admire Roger handwriting. He did not disapointed me also during this trouble times.
it's so sad and embarrassing for us as citizens that Roger has to make this video. That means we still let those guys that he mentions reach the circles of power. I heard The Wall for the first time at my 14s, at 1980, and I understood, at that age, that it wasn't about anti-Semitism or Nazi apology. My eternal respects and admiration for the great Roger, I have been following him since 1977 when I heard The Dark Side of the Moon at my 11s. I learned english thanks his records. You will always have allies here in Chile, dear Roger.
Roger Waters is certainly entitled to his opinions, and I am am equally entitled to be offended by those opinions. Offending HALF the population in a deeply polarized society is the risk you run when you run your mouth on deeply polarized issues. David Gilmour and Nick Mason know better and are still making music and money, because they have kept their opinions to themselves and given the world what the world wants from them. Roger Waters learned NOTHING from Pink Floyd's 1980's breakup and has no one to blame but himself for being cancelled by those of us he has offended. If Roger loves Russia so much, then he should MOVE TO RUSSIA and learn for himself how Russia responds to opinions Putin finds offensive. FYI, Putin is especially fond of imprisoning, poisoning and having those who offend him (including musicians) thrown from high windows. 😕
No doubt about the music, but as a person of Influencias to take responsibility because he's spreading out lies and hate throughout the world, he's showing one narrative and people believe him, and I hate Israel for nothing.. He was also saying a lot of anti-somatic comments throughout the years, and now he's playing innocent.. Pink Floyd music is amazing but personality and what his breath of the world is sickening...
@@RobertLangdon-r2w He's only offending the HALF that disregards the human rights of Palestinians, and 28 different UN resolutions, and International law. You are clueless. Roger Waters has a net worth of about $310m, significantly more than all the other members of Pink Floyd, so i'd say he was doing just fine for money, and still voices his opinions. Don't let facts get in the way of your narrative though.
I am 60 years old ...Roger Waters and Pink Floyd came into my life when I was 13.....and never left...Thank you Roger for been there all those years...RESIST....
I am really glad he put this out. It’s really sad and disgusting when someone can be cancelled for songs that speak out against the atrocities he’s being accused of supporting. As someone said above, it’s like Charlie Chaplin being cancelled for The Great Dictator. Listen to the context. Roger Waters is trying to explain, if only people would fucking listen instead of judging with their hands over their ears, eyes, and mouths. People are god damn robots who blindly believe anything any mouthpiece spits out. It’s sick, disgusting, and a damn shame. There is clearly a bigger agenda at play here that my thumbs don’t have the energy to type on my phone.
I was listening to your music in the womb, my parents listened to your music as teenagers, my children dance to your music in the house. We stand with you and for truth, peace and love.
It is insane Roger. They are desperate that they cannot control your voice. You are a truth teller and they are trying to shut you up. Keep talking Roger. Millions are listening.❤
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They are doing to Waters what they did to Corbyn and will do to anyone who threatens their narrative. It's not just about Israel - it's the whole enchilada. They don't want people with a social conscience pointing out everything bad they are doing. Who are they? The oligarchs who control the media and our government. #JimmyDore just had a guest on talking about how they brought the Guardian to heel back in 2013 for daring to do actual journalism. All of this needs to be understood by as many people as possible. No individual can fight them!
No thanks, it's obvious the trajectory you're following. Waters isn't being cancelled. He's busy spreading pro putin propaganda
this should be on the 6pm news
Hey Rodger let’s start a news channel!
Cancel culture can be a devastating tool in the hands of people with fascist tendencies, God bless you, Roger.
The vast majority of the media is not about journalism, its about promoting the interest of the powerful.
Definitely
Spot on
So Trump is being victimised, duh wake up .
Its left wing, something Waters used to be
Branding people is the most famous American media game to close an argument when you are ignorant. Antisemitism tops the list..@@columbo301
Cancelling Roger Waters for The Wall is like cancelling Charlie Chaplin for The Great Dictator.
the best analogy I've ever heard!!!
U 2 Should Realy take Roger's advice and " Read Read Read " Chaplin was a Truly Awfull individual .
@@leonardpattison2816 yep he was awful. Was a massive creep. But his film the great dictator was very anti fascist and so is The Wall so its a good comparison.
touché!
EXACTLY and you know that probably is on their list of things to get aroudn to! I wouldn't be suprised. They figure folks are too stupid. and I guess they would be right .. folks are/have gottent that stupid!. It is like the propaganda I have seen around Damien Echols being a "Satanist" .. just gods.. makes my stomach turn!
They want to silence him for one reason only...he is right.
Isn't THAT scary!!!?
He's not right about a couple of things in this video but generally agree with him about freedom of expression.
He's not wrong - the nazi/demagoguery narrative as part of The Wall has been around for over 40 years and making a fuss about it now is ludicrous. But my sympathy for Waters is tempered by the fact that he was guilty of doing the same sh&t at political figures in the past, including dedicating parts of his shows to ignorant political rants (and yes, I'll call anyone who thinks socialism is a good idea as ignorant), and calling persons X, Y and Z fascists, when they were anything but. So, 1) Stop trying to cancel Waters, and 2) Karma's a bitch, ain't it Roger?
@@treefrog3349 yes!
@@therichieboy ostensibly he has gray areas but to be censured without factual evidence is symptomatic of our global news. Thank God he's not touring America atm, he'd be loved in the South and hanged in the North!
I salute the courage you have to speak out. We need more people like you with humanity and grit left to speak out when things are obviously wrong.
Roger Waters can't be cancelled. The thought is ridiculous. Roger is the guy that made me want to look at the atrocities in war, in life. The concert he put together at the Berlin Wall was genius!!!
Exactly 💯
right because a stoner who makes rock music is clearly the foremost expert in geo-politics /sigh
@@dougrose7334 Nobody said he was the greatest expert in geopolitics. What artists do is they ask questions and draw attention to problems. You don't need to be an expert to know that the Palestinians deserve a better treatment.
Accusing the creator of The Wall of being a fascist is an insult to the intelligence of every human on the planet.
Roger IS no fascist, but he "put s water on the mills of fascists" (as we say in german) nowadays water on Putin s mills. And like his father, being a pacifist TOO. Both guys never recognized, that her opinions are a guaranty for becoming enslaved
Amen!
we live in an era of inversion not only of language/meaning watch the video the dark side of Rodger waters
He is a arrogant, Narcissistic bully and also a antisemitic know it all. This man is a completely insane tool. By the way he did not create the wall by himself. The other band members did as well. Also I am a "intelligent human". I know a asshole when i see it.
As a teenager I understood Pink Floyd,a Black teen in America. I have been a Pink Floyd fan for almost 50years now.
Thanks to my dad... Same here "The Wall" first album for me.
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Good. Listen to the rest of the band, who parted ways with Waters after his multiple political blinders.
Recently he supported Putin's narrative about invasion on Ukriane. Sad...
I am who i am because of few ones like you, i was not at Versailles and Chantilly concert because you were not there 🙂🏴☠️🙃🐖, when i saw you in Lyon 5 years ago was such a great day so big émotions a travel in Time for over 30 years so great émotions again for ever thank you. I know you are an honest and right gentleman. THANK YOU AGAIN ROGER WATERS 👍💙🐖🙂🏴☠️🙃.WE D'ONT NEED NO THOUGHT CONTROL 😰🥶🥵😱🤯🐑🐖🙃🏴☠️🙂🤔😁🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🙃🏴☠️🙂
And Pink Floyd understood Black American music. Their early work is riddled with blues influences.
You're a legend as an Artist and Humanitarian!! You risk it for what's right and that alone makes you a strength for good !
I’m 66 and Pink Floyd has been a major part of my life. Go hard Roger. I love you mate. ❤️
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“In a time of deceit telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” ― George Orwell
George Orwell reported socialist dissident to the British colonial government lmao
I write philosophy as well ....
we live in a world based on ethics rather than morals.
@@madmesh978 'Ethics'????Che? You mean that as an academic word for Kosher???
@@dieterbarkhoff1328 and now a geomancer with 4 jacks on the pyramid in Stockport Cheshire. ..kicking out pure scaler potential. ...love is 54. .💜
It's certainly what happens in Russia, telling the truth can lead to very long prison or worse. Normal citizens persecuted by a criminal government, like one insane open prison.
Thank you Roger. As an English woman with a Palestinian daughter in law I am so grateful for your comments.
My daughter in law was living here in the UK but moved to Denmark to be closer to her Mum who had to leave everything they had and move the family there for their safety. She visit her grandparents in Palestine each year but always returns deeply saddened by the atrocities she has witnessed during her stay.
She has worked and lived very happily in Denmark for some time but claims that over recent years there has been a turn around toward Palestinian people in Denmark, she no longer feels safe and feels the need to hide her identity.
She and her family are the most kind and loving family one could wish to meet and they live in constant fear for relatives who remain in Palestine.
He’s not a Zionist or antisemitic! What’s the relevance of talking about Palestine?
@@davegadge1 Did you watch the video?
Not blaming the young lady, but as a foreigner myself (argentinian living in Germany) I have to generalize and we all have to accept that most of the people coming from certain countries, are causing lots of trouble and aren't (and don't want to) get integrated or respect western values, but rather impose theirs. So I can understand the Europeans getting tired and done with those ethnicities being a migrant my own self.
This is exactly what I needed to hear! The people are with you. You are a free thinker, free speaker. You have the courage to stand up for what is RIGHT, no matter the consequences! You are an inspiration. You are not prefect, you are flawed, just like us. But you have a GOOD heart, and THAT... Is what REALLY matters!!!
The modern media is sickening. I'll always be a fan and appreciate your intellect and point of view. Your art has always positively impacted my life.
When you can’t criticize evil without being canceled, you know it is evil trying to cancel you. I admire your spirit and personal courage.
He's not criticizing evil, he's actually an apologist for evil. Especially Putin and the Communist Party of China. Man is a total scumbag.
There's one smoking a joint...get em up against the wall..
You Support Palestine. That's where you are Wrong.... You dizzy old crook !
GUYS JESUS IS COMING TO TAKE HIS PEOPLE TO HEAVEN MANY WILL SAY IT WAS ALIENS DONT BE DECEIVED BY THEM
HOW TO BE SAVED FROM THE COMING JUDGEMENT OF GOD ON THE EARTH - - > ROMANS 10:9
PLEASE dont be the one that falls on their knees after this happens crying "WHY DIDNT I LISTEN TO THE CRAZY CHRISTIANS!???"
Accept Jesus today He just wants to save you ♥️
I'll tell you what 'evil' is -
Firing rockets indiscriminately at innocent people on a daily basis.
Sending children as suicide bombers into crowded shopping areas to become martyrs .
Driving cars at innocent people to kill them.
Attacking Rabbis and their congregations in synagogues.
Shooting innocent women and children on the street.
Sickening terrorism inflicted on innocent people in Israel on a regular basis by anti semites.
Take your blinkers off robert, stop listening to the lies and relearn.
I'm a sixty-year-old lady from Florida , I've always loved Pink Floyd , and kudos to mr. Waters for standing up for what's right , for standing your ground . I think your great , I always have , always will ...
Gods I love him, he didn't just influence my entire childhood, he's also one hell of a human! Undeterred, unshaken, he has continually kicked ass and I have nothing but respect for people that stand with humanity.
Thank you to Roger & DDN for putting out the truth at your own great cost. xx
Unfortunately Big Business algorithms will prevent most people on earth from seeing this video.
50 years later and people are still listening to "Time". And, if the earth is still here 500 years from now, people will still be listening to it. Thank you Roger.
Time…my favorite but love them all. Rock on. My life wouldn’t be the same without you.
No they won’t
There is a very powerful Israeli lobby group in Germany. Many ordinary Germans would agree with everything you’ve said including my west German liberal Green Party voting girlfriend. You’ve explained perfectly why no one can speak out about Israel and Palestine without being accused of anti semitism not just in Germany but anywhere.
Unfortunately this is so true in the UK where the Right is trying to wipe out the Left in our Labour Party , a party that came to be out of the fight for Workers rights for employment rights and the right to a real wage for the poorest ! Anti semitism is the slur , the accusation , levelled at pro Palestine MPs who just speak up and support Palestine against the Israeli Government bombing them into oblivion .
I'm german and I completely disagree.
That's just the typical "Das wird man wohl doch noch sagen dürfen..."
Today we have antisemitism without antisemites and Roger Waters is the perfect example for it. He is one without himself being aware of it; at least he is only an artist.
@@antitainer3761 so as he says…Criticising the Israeli governments and it’s anti- Arab policies obviously means you are an antisemite, is that what you are saying? Because of the holocaust, does that give them a free pass to do what they like without criticism and condemnation?
@@julianhignell8452 No you're thinking of their influence in politics, banking, media & Hollywood.
@@antitainer3761 😂We dont give flying v2 if You're German or dutch, he is still greater as an artist and a person with a sense of justice than a thing like you will ever be!
Standing with you Roger. Respect.
Well done Roger, we need more gutsy high profile people like you to make a stand and highlight our shame for being silent.
Standing with you Roger, in Solidarity and Love. Thank you for everything you do. Keep going. 🙏❤
Thank God for men like this that are willing to stand up, and speak out.
I am from Gaza, and I am so proud and humbled that our childhood rock hero is on our side, I love you Roger Waters 🙏👍👍👍💚
Don't live in Gaza anymore, huh? Why is that? I have some ideas
@@snicker576probably because the people of Gaza have been getting slaughtered and bombed by those trying to take their land away from them since the 1950s
@@snicker576probably because it hasn’t been safe since the 1950s because of the people trying to take their land
@@snicker576 LOL tell me
Love this guy more and more. Everyone who wants to know the truth needs to stand up and be heard.
Israel is an Apartheid state guilty of 75 years (1948) of brutal human rights abuses against the Palestinian people.
The European Zionists literally stole everything from the Palestinian people.
ALL the problems in the region are caused by Israel. The world must unite against Apartheid and anyone that supports Apartheid.
Roger is making them nervous, any attention is bad attention when you're running an Apartheid state.
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So, Roger Walters dad was a commie english man who went to war against the Germans. The Germams who tried to save the White race.
good on ya Roger, I'm listening and hear you loud and clear.
True citizen of the world. What a human being and thank you for voicing out loud all this!
True... seems like he has realised that left wing politics is not so good after all
Sucker
Roger Wagers has more empathy and reason in his pink-e, than world leaders have combined.
Thank you Mr. Waters, thank you very much for what you have been doing during all this years, please don't stop, this is very important for us.
Well, I'm glad he put this out. They can't destroy you-you are brilliant and your music will live on long after you're gone.
“ control the narrative , rule the world “ you’re so right Roger , keep on telling the truth !
Incredible!!!I can't stop admiring Rodger for what he stands up !!! Incredible!! I have no words...just respect,humble respect to this MAN ❤
As a teenager, I watched "The Wall" and I saw it for what it was, a statement about how insane the world is. It's art. It is amazing, and the people that criticize it, have never watched it fully. If they had, they would know.
even then i have my doubts. a lot in high positions lack the intelligence needed.
You are an exceptional artist and a truly inspiring advocate in the fight against fascism. Together, we form a powerful collective united against oppression and injustice.
The very heart and soul of a generation of social protest through music and art. Roger Waters, thank you for speaking up. We stand with you.
Very nicely put!
no we don't
@@cyounger5716 You don't count consumer drone. Get back to your dinner.
@@cyounger5716 decent people do, guess that doesn’t include you.
@Peter Cann that's a pretty rotten thing to say just because someone has a different view to you. Very typical of the left.
This is one of the most heartfelt interviews I have ever seen.Thank you Roger.
A giant of a man on our side, what a blessing. Bravo Rogers we love you for many reasons.
I want to apologize to Mr. Waters. I only read the stories printed about him and, so, I wanted to "cancel" him, with everything within me. I was mislead. Hearing him speak (in his own word), I understand and support his position, unquestionably. He's putting his career and money where his mouth is. Stand strong, Roger. Continue on your quest of righteousness and truth. You're of a dying breed.
When I first heard about this issue, I was rather confused: Did Roger Waters actually become all the things that some his strongest works was speaking strongly against? Did he really fall off the deep end of current fascism now?
Yeah, like you, I was confused about this for a while. I'm glad that to be reconfirmed that it just isn't true.
Do not stress you have just been lied to - like the rest of us 😒
Good on you for being brave enough to use your head. If only everyone was like you. I’m guessing you’ve learned a lesson here. Get your information from the actual person and no one else.
I hope you learned the lesson , not everyone is Roger f*****ing WAters . So think how many people were smeared by those media oultets for the sake of the empire . DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH !!!!!
When he said from the river to the sea , that means the complete killing of the Jews.
When the Palestinians kill all the Jews they can , he says nothing, fact is they both hate each other equally, the Jews are at least willing to live with the Jews in some form u like the Hamas , they want them dead from the river to the sea. Them to complain saying they’re attacking his father is his dumb liberalism coming our.Admit it , they are both guilty of atrocities against each other , it’s just one side is t even willing to compromise to live next to each other !
You're one of the last artists to speak your truth. The current majority are corporate shills. I have pure respect for your lifetime of artistry and honesty ❤
Yes modern culture has sadly rewarded conformity, greed and exploitation, all wrapped in lies and window dressing.
THE truth.
I agree mate, absolutely true. The mainstream world today is a complete pile of consumer baiting shit. Lies, fake news, fast food & hype. Complete BS IMO & mainly sucked up by the plastic folk, of which there are now many. I cannot wait for it to go up it's own arsehole & hope that I'm still alive to witness it.
People trying to cancel Roger for using imagery in his concerts, from something he and the other members of Pink Floyd created, is so.. I can’t even describe it. Ridiculous. It shows people haven’t done their homework on The Wall. They would see that overall theme speaks about the dangers of isolation, justifications people make up for their faults, and in my opinion self sabotage. I’m so happy to see Roger time and time again stick to his guns and defend his beliefs. That takes absolute courage and it’s admirable that someone is seeing something and saying something. No matter the title he holds or if you agree with him, he is courageous.
He’s getting banned because of his biased ideology.
Keep doing what you're doing, Roger. We stand with you and we will support you in your struggle against the liars of "cancel culture". Keep speaking the truth, Roger.
Nobody believes the lies about Roger. A man in his position risking it all to tell the truth is just amazing. Nothing but respect.
But the Gilmours seem to believe it. In-fucking-credible, people who have made a fortune off Roger's back, stabbing him in the back over this
All too many people believe the lies and nowadays the mere accusation of 'anti-semitism' is enough to destroy any career.
They believed it about Jeremy Corbyn, totally illogical but that's the power of the fascist controlled MSM.
I understand your sentiment, but if that were true, he wouldn't have to make these statements to clarify the issue.
The problem is accepting what you are told because that is what you want to hear. It is a very hard problem to fix without an open mind.
putin is not the enemy - (((israhell))) is !
We need to get pink Floyd's 'the wall' to number one in the charts , time to stand tall people
David Gilmour won't like it...
@@laloelsalamanca How? He made the most iconic moment in that album and in music history with his comfortably numb solo. Even he admits playing that song on the pulse concert is his greatest work yet.
@@megumareta6361 Kind of hard for anyone to discuss it with you when you're making ridiculous "most iconic" moments. Enjoy your Gilmour posters fanboy.
@@stickman1742 Ask any random person who's listened to the Wall and i bet you one of their favorite parts would be that second solo. It's an iconic solo in the rock community and a sample of just how wonderful of a player David is. Pink Floyd wouldnt be the same without all of them combined but Comfortably Numb will never be the same without Gilmour's guitar
Kudos to Roger Waters for standing up when it is so much easier to be silent.
“The ultimate tragedy is not the oppression and cruelty by the bad people but the silence over that by the good people.” - Dr Martin Luther King Jr
Your mother's advice, Roger, has stood you in good stead. And anyone who has ever listened properly to your lyrics knows your heart. Keep on keeping on telling the truth. Tear down the wall! Tear down the wall!
It takes a lot of balls to stand up and voice your opinions like Roger is doing. You have to admire his tenacity. I'm not political but he's right when he says if you have an opinion AGAINST Israel, that automatically makes you an anti-Semite through the lens of the media.
they made it that way. Who owns the banks? major media? Who holds the largest shares in tech giants like Apple? They run the world and because of what happened in the past they have been able to get away with far too much because of this exact thing. You say literally one thing against them and they will have everybody spitting on you and throwing rocks. I suggest people do some research if you are unaware of what's been happening for a long long time. They own everything and we are powerless unless we speak out like Roger here.
I suggest using an alternate search engine as well when researching certain topics, they have Google/ RUclips compromised and heavily censor anything against them. Or they put the "Fact check - FALSE" shit on there so sheep don't think twice. Also the mainstream media may seem divided but its all for population control. If you follow the paper trails, they all lead to the top where just a few conglomerate parent companies own EVERYTHING.
To the man who wrote the album that's been tattooed on my soul, thank you. Thank you for doing the right thing. 💜
Telling the truth has a big price to pay in our democracies
Roger, you nailed it in one comment, show me the evidence?! We are living in a time of trial by hysteria! Religion and ideology have been weaponised by those that are hard of thinking. Your work has been part of my life since Dark Side, I know you are innocent of this BS, you will prevail.
It's called the faith agenda for a reason.
A truly courageous man who believes in truth over expediency
Very, VERY well said.
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All the media mainstream expecially of the west showed in these last years all kind of disinformations and official fake news , but turning up side down ... they started to accuse free social to be dangerous and need to be fully controlled and censored.
A new nazism " really" is spreading in Europe ! Roger Waters a few rock star and musician to stand for the truth !
I am 80 years old and was raised in the Jewish faith. I have been a fan since the 70's and have seen you live 7 times, incl. "The Wall" in Tacoma, Wa. I waited 2 years to see "It's Just a Drill" and it was worth it. I love you and your music, your words and never thought of you as an antisemite. Israel is trying to push Palestine into the sea. The hell with those who want to shut you down. You rock and will forever. 🥰😍🤩😘
Fabulous comment!
🤩 I love the Jewish people, I'm drawn to them by some mystical force. My first true love was a Jewish girl, I'll never truly get over her. All of my many Jewish friends are saddened and frustrated by Israel's policies with regards to the Palestinians. You're a wise and courageous person.
I grew up in Israel in the 70s and like you was a fan of Pink Floyd, so am very appreciative of the man's talent. I don't think he's a Na__ and certainly would not "cancel" him but he is Israel-obsessed and - like many who have fallen under that spell - can only see one side without any historical context.
I'm an anti-Semite and for good reason.
Yes Roger, read read read the historical accuracy of the Jewish state and the atrocities perpetuated against the Jewish people in the land of Israel and the amount of times Israel has offered peace in exchange for no more acts of terrorism only to be rejected. Israel has a right to defend itself. Look to the Palestinian leadership living in their palatial villas collecting billions of dollars from America and yes, Israel while they allow their people to suffer. It's to profitable to be the victim. Yasser Arfat was given 95% of what he asked for and he rejected it. Give me a f’ing break. Ignorance is bliss.
Roger Waters will never be cancelled. My poppa is from London, England and was in London when the Nazis starting bombing by air. My poppa jumped on a British Navy ship which ended up in New Zealand after serving in Pearl Harbour. He died a few months ago at 92. Pink Floyd has been a massive part of my family artistically. Long Live Roger Water & Pink Floyd.
The Wall movie scared the crap out of me. And fascinated me.
Those hammers.
And now - what, 40 years on? - people do not get the point.
A story, a warning.
Is there anyone out there?
Just think a bit.
I want to live in a society where he is able to say what he want and perform his music than a society that try to silence, cancel and put a shades on him with lies.
Support you in every shape and form mr.Waters.
We are living in truly terrifying times, the machine is trying to crush all dissent... stay strong Roger.
Most people support the machine. The left only opposes the machine when they aren't in control.
The Machine? ... I thought they were called The Pigs? 😂🤣
confused dissident who spreads fake narrative of murderous dictatorship which invaded Ukraine "being provoked" by their victim... sometimes his critics are actually right
@@lawrencejelsma8118 pigs can get slaughtered by machines.
The machine 😂
Did you know?
The man at the back of £5 currency note, Mr. Churchill, alone is responsible for the killing of 4 million Bengalis. In history, its called The Bengal Famine.
This mantra is drilled into every English person constantly by mass media, hardly a revelation.
However, when you look closely at the geo politics of the time, any intelligent person will conclude the Bengali famine is not nearly as simple as you would like to believe.
Bravo, Roger!
Thank you for standing for what is right. You speak up for so many. ❤👊🏼
Mr. Waters, I feel your pain. This has got to stop. From America, we love you.
You are only allowed to speak for yourself, "Queen."
Legend, telling it like it really is, and refusing to be smeared ❤
We love you and respect you, Roger. We also stand for what is good and fair, like you, in Latin America. ✊
Eloquently said Rodger, you will always have the support of millions just a shame those individuals in higher places have there ears closed. Keep up the good work ❤
We are living in a dangerous time when speaking the truth becomes a revolutionary act. Solidarity with you Roger and with Julian Assange. It’s the same struggle.
A man who writes Wish You Were Here can only be a genius with the heart and soul of a lion… you speak for all those who can’t cheers Roger big love fam
Thank you Roger for fighting back passionately about this matter! The lies against you are horrific! I’m ashamed of the media who has spread these lies but am proud of you for setting the word straight so passionately! Truth!
Roger, there's not many people I look up to in this world, but you are one of them. You're clearly more relevant now than you ever have been, which is why you've been targeted by the establishment. We need more like you in these dark times - a role model for generations ❤
I'm an old german guy and you are ABSOLUTELY RIGHT with every single word you're saying!
Keep up your honourable fight and be sure the good will win in the end ✊
...if we all JOIN in solidarity
Das wäre schön❤
Greetings from Italy
I think media now have, sure too late, understood that they were wrong to follow some fanatic people that did not know anything about Pink Floyd and its history. I am German, too. The concert was a great event.
@@neverforget6523 Unfortunately, one Claudia Roth protested against Roger.
She discriminated against him.
I saw that and was appaled.
She, who once managed Rio Reiser.
She, who couldn't stop Rio from using drugs.
She, who didn't let Rio say He was gay?
They're suing Roger because what?
You can't be for PEACE, that doesn't suit the powerful in gouvernment.
Not all Germans think like their gouvernment.
I wish you only the best
@@neverforget6523 if you re german you should know a bit about german history too, not only pink floyd
I attended the gig in Birmingham and think it should be played in every secondary school.
I saw Roger Waters in New York, US. There were protesters out front. He has always been political but if you listen to his music, you know he has always been on the side of the people. The show was awesome!
Apart from Jewish people who are offended by putting their religion emblem on a pig, alongside nazi imagery. Disgusting
Saw him just last year at MSG. Still totally unafraid to speak truth to power. An incredibly rare and courageous human.
Roger ,, personally I've noticed in the last 3-5 years,,, the now international state-run news,,, Or should I say, "the western civilization state-run news? " as an individual who's about to be 51 , With the rise of the internet,, we all get to see things a lot more clear and more transparency than ever. However that's really not the case now is it? As the technology came in for us to be, more transparent and more united as human beings, this underlying movement has come into the picture or just has always been in the picture but before the rise of smartphones and instant filming they were masters of concealment. This also is not true anymore for people like yourself have exposed the real truth.. it used to be the news told us what was going on didn't have an opinion they just showed us what was what. I would say in the last 15-20 years,, that simply doesn't exist anymore there's always a narrative to play on..As a citizen of the United States back in the day of Peter Jennings being the anchor of ABC News was about the last time that news Outlet was legitimate.. for many years they were considered to be the best,, how they brought us the news how they conducted themselves delivering the news on a neutral basis... in more recent times for a moment Fox News seemed it to bring a somewhat neutral view although it still was through red lenses... currently in June of 2023 is extremely difficult to know exactly what is happening.. because now with everything changed at Fox News for the worst, it's like who win what you can trust... so I appreciate you mentioning DoubleDown news I immediately subscribed after watching your interview. You most certainly are not alone there are millions of Pink Floyd fans that support you but in more recent reporting severe that we were getting in the United States that David Gilmour was also jumping on you about this so-called anti-semetic nature that you have, I mean seriously? I'm so happy you mentioned your father which needed to be mentioned.. Yourself personally along with your mother and rest of your family took an immense loss with your father not coming home.. trying to attack you and knowing the type of individual that you are I am more than certain you know an awful lot about the 1930s the rise of the Third Reich and everything else that came after.. for these individuals who are now running the news organizations are in positions of power seems like if they can call you a racist they will call you anti-Semitic if they can't call you anti-semitic, they will call you racist. Yes, you did read that right!!!!
I've always respected your musicianship your enormous contributions to the recording of audio in all facets not just music. For the things that you's invented it's not only being used in the music business it's being used in all professional recording studios.... all that aside. Over the years I have learned about how you are personally as a human being and from what I've always read,listened or have seen..You're very consistent with your message. Not many of us have had the privilege to travel the world and see it for yourself.. Considering your integrity and passion when it comes to human rights should be considered blessing for all the people of the world.. please stay strong and don't let them even rattle you, because you have millions and millions of fans all across planet Earth. Those of us who try to remain educated two current events and in-the-know of what's Happening already knows that you are a spearhead for human rights. Because you serve the greater good don't let them even attempt to try to sway you you have far too many allies in this world.
He is absolutely wrong on Israel, 101%. He fucking can't understand the wall he is standing next to is because of Palestinian terrorism. He fucking can't close his mouth and open eyes - there were 4 jewish terrorist attacks vs. 363 Palestinian. So this MF should read himself. History.
I love his songs but I can't stand him because of his anti-Isarel and pro-Russia statements. He is wrong. As he was wrong in 1981 when he killed best band of all time Pink Floyd. Now he is simply one miserable man leaving off previous achievements. That's why he is so sad
Stand strong my dude. Mad respect
Anyone who knows you and your body of work would never judge you in such a way. You are correct in your assessments and your art. All my love to you, Roger!!! ❤❤
Your voice is inspiring for revealing the truth is so valuable.. thank you Roger ❤
Saw him in Glasgow the other night, absolutely amazing show! Freedom of speech is a cornerstone of democracy. If you don't like his beliefs (which let's face it, promotes equality and love) don't buy a ticket!
FACT!
Even if you use your freedom to whitewash Putin's genocidal invasion? Every day Ukrainian children die - and this idiot speaks in UN in support of Putin... Very sad that this guy gets ANY attention
no, no demoncracy, its in on itself a fallacy and the road to communism as you can see in some countries, its all a scam so that majority can be controlled by minority
Free speech is a violation of democracy.
The majority disapprove of the speech of the minority.
I saw him in Glasgow the other night....me and my mate walked out......we went there to listen to his beautiful music....not to listen to a 2 hr Roger political broadcast...but eh, each to their own.
Roger is worthy of great respect for giving the world music of substance and the truth of the sickness of Western society.
He whined about Trump 24/7, and now the circus has come for him.... 🤡
@@zumatoobs exactly! I wrote the same thing. He was yelling and screaming about how Trump was a tyrant not realizing it's the neoliberals that run cancel culture.
As an avid floyd fan since i can remember, as soon as i heard people saying he's antisemetic i've been responding "you know his dad was murdered by the people that you're saying he supports and agrees with?" The final cut is a really good album to listen to, roger touches on how much it hurt but in beautiful concept form. Sorry you're having to deal with all this Roger, all the best and let's hope you get to keep performing
Alright, Roger Waters is not a racist, or a bigot or anti-semitic. Those who make these very stupid (and SUDDEN) accusations are the same people claiming that anyone audacious enough to criticize Israel must be anti-semitic or a "pro-nazi" (which is quite anti-semitic in of itself). The man is against global genocide and nations who are given free reign to massacre whoever they want, how MANY they want, and for whatever reason they deem neessary! Yeah, it's just so digusting how some people look down on mass genocide. How terrible, huh?
Stay strong Roger Waters, you're not alone in the way your see the world.
Your music and messages are timeless. Things we should never forget, yet when you try to echo the lessons, you are vilified. Screw them!
They can’t shut us all up Roger. Keep doing what your doing. People are waking up and it’s because voices like yours.
Well said Roger. Love you and your music!
I have been a fan for many MANY years. THE SADDEST aspect is that Waters even has to do this video. WHY, he is a creator, an artist, a wonderful person, heart, mind, body and soul. He should not have to defend himself. He just should not. This should not even be an issue. I, LOVE your music, your being. Your views and opinions matter. You do this through the creative process, your art, your wonderful, beautiful expressions. YOU WILL NOT BE CANCELLED. NEVER. Please, just carry on.... There are so very many people around the whole world who admire you, respect you, and support you.
Roger, you are on the side of Truth. Our poor old world needs Truth now so badly, we all do. Those of us who are fully awake and aware embrace all your work over the decades and hold deep respect for you. There are truly repulsive creatures at work here, puppets of the state and higher, intent on having us all heavily censored and controlled. These are dark times for us. Stay strong and protect yourself in every way you can do. These creatures must not be allowed to silence your voice of justice, truth and compassion, nor anyone else’s. Much love and respect to you and your family.
The fact that Roger needs to defend this is utterly heartbreaking.
Yep, but the semites control all of the mockingbird msm WW, besides governments. It's simple really, look at who one can't criticize and you'll see who actually rules. I long for the day when the masses finally connect all of the dots and realize "We, the people WW" need to get on the anti semite bandwagon and take "Our" countries back from the pos ashke"nazis".
He is pro-genocide. That is heartbreaking.
What's heartbreaking is that he's an insufferable hypocrite when it comes to his passion for human rights. Singularly singling out Israel for boycott, divestment and sanctioning while being a longtime vocal Putin apologist who criticizes the West. If he is so concerned about human rights in this world where is his spine when it comes to Putin's Russia's many human rights abuses? Where is his spine as Xi's China persecutes Buddhists and wages a de facto genocide against Chinese Uhygers? Crushing any dissent inside their population while attempting to assimilate the rest and wipe out their cultural identity? Talk about human rights abuses! Yet what do we hear from Roger about those human rights abuses? Or for that matter Erdogan's Turkey's human rights abuses persecuting the Kurds? Apparently Roger has a clean conscience about not boycotting Russia, China, and Turkey where he has continued to perform concerts. The reality is the only people he publicly gives a crap about when it comes to human rights abuses is in defense of his beloved Palestinians, as he criticizes and pillars Israel calling for it's boycott, divestment, and sanctioning. Yet to hear him speak you wouldn't even know that Hamas exists as he whitewashes the Palestinian side of the issue for his own political convenience sake.
When it comes to Roger Waters hypocrisy there are many things to be heartbroken about. He's a boorishly insufferable twat.
Its actually poetry, written by Waters himself. Irony, i think its called
@@Nafo-Radio Wait, what? I didn't hear that type of thing. I just took this as #1) He's being criticized for portraying a Nazi-like character (although, in a negative light) and #2) He is also politically critical of the Israeli government (which isn't necessarily unreasonable). But if he has said/done things that are anti-semitic -- or even played down the Holocaust and the horrors of the genocide -- then that's flat out wrong. It's horrible. Has he done that? I'm totally serious. If he has, I'd like to know because that ain't cool and that changes freaking everything.
Good on you, Roger. Stick it to them. If only more big name entertainers had your courage and insight. ❤
You'll never see this, Roger, but I'm sorry for what you're going through. Thank you for this interview.
Lovely message but he doesn't need to see our messages only for you to know what's really going on here.
Then his message has had an impact.
Anyone who knows what The Wall is about knows what the media is saying is complete bullshit.
Roger, as someone who has had the privilege of being an ardent listener of your music for nearly the entirety of my existence. I can recall with vivid detail, the sounds of "Another Brick in the Wall" reverberating from a balcony in Rheindahlen West Germany, filling the air around me as I sat, as a kid, playing in a sandpit. That moment left an indelible mark on me, and your music has been a significant part of my life since then.
It's important to note here that, as a fan and follower, I haven't always found myself in agreement with your viewpoints or your beliefs on certain topics. However, I am a firm believer in the principle of freedom of thought and the right of everyone to hold and express their unique beliefs. So, while we may diverge on specific issues, I appreciate the diversity of thought.
This trend of trying to cancel everything that is contrary to others' thought processes as a way to erase their presence and diminish their influence is shit and needs to stop.
So on this, I am in complete agreement with you.
We need more diversity in thought, not less.
Yes, it was me, who weakly responded when he asked "Is there anyone out there?" and the rest of the hall was silent, as I said "Yes I am out here" meaning I can help. But the huge silence behind me frightened me to the core. No one else could understand, nor wanted to respond..Germans are raised on a diet of angst (fear) and rules. And if there is free beer being provided then the beer provider will be applauded regardless of which side he is on.
Sometimes the truth hurts but in the end it is the only thing which remains.
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A true hero for speaking out.
Speaking out about what?
@@nickharrison1604 Educating people who are dumb
@@nickharrison1604 That's OK Nicky way above your abilities, go play with the shiny thing.
@ no seriously, I’m new to this debate. I like Dark side of the moon but don’t know what he’s spoken out about.
@@nickharrison1604 You didn't bother with the actual video then.
I'm a 45yr strong 'Pink Floyd fan. Love all work's. Thanx guy's 🎶
As a German, this is an amazing interview/statemant. Everything he's saying is just straight facts!
Free Palestine !!!
Douglas Reed - The Controversy Of Zion - There are PDF versions, audio versions maybe even a version written in German. It is a great backgrounder.
The Case Against Israel by Michael Neumann
I got "Double Down News (DDN)" as something I must read now for homework! 😖 More and more homework 😵 Can't I just play "Dark Side of The Moon," "Wish You Were Here," "Animals," and "The Wall" to escape reality to listen to choreographed and operatic "Heavy Metal" rock without any politics. Live on Roger Waters, David Gilmoure, Rick Mason and Richard Wright as the only four I consider Pink Floyd (sorry Sid Barrett you died before the time of Gilmoure and Waters greatest contributions to Pink Floyd music)! ✊😊👍
@@lawrencejelsma8118 comes onto a political news channel, complains about there being politics..
@@WeWillAlwaysHaveVALIS ... You are making the point as to why David Gilmoure doesn't work with Roger Waters. No way would David Gilmoure have such anti-Israel sentiment singing a duet with Ukraine's pop music artist condemning Russia for its "special mission in Ukraine!" Note: In case you missed Ukrainian politics that people of Ukraine want to please Israel counter to what Roger Waters is politically implying. David Gilmoure just goes back to the entertainment value of Pink Floyd whose fans are split in political opinion.
Roger you are a living LEGEND. Please, please please NEVER stop what you are doing, we all fucking love you to pieces, please shout louder and louder until the tossers can't be heard! Your fans love you, we respect you and we value and cherish your opinions and views. Seeing you live and experiencing your show was the most magnificent, extraordinary thing I have ever witnessed in my 31 years on this planet. YOU WILL NOT AND CANNOT BE CANCELLED OR SILENCED!! We, your fans, will NEVER let that happen!! Rock on Roger, you were and ARE Pink Floyd - the one and only and the greatest lyricist and songwriter to ever grace humanity.
Roger Waters has a long history of virulent antisemitism and bigoted, hateful attacks on the Jewish people as a culture. If the shoe fits, wear it. Where there's this much smoke, there's fire.
Good on you man. No one can cancel the truth.
Let the politicians and ideologues whine and snivel. Roger stands for truth and common decency, and he always has. His body of work speaks of a man with heart and soul, with care and love for all people. Thank you Roger for never backing down, never letting the hypocrites intimidate you. Heroic work you are doing. Rex. Canada.
Roger Waters is one of those heroes you'd want to meet.
Well, actually no, I don't. They even sent him packing from Poland for his antidemocracy stance.
Yeah, him and Trump. Cut from the same cloth.
and to say, bless and thank you Roger!
Why? He sounds like a bit of a bore.
@@pangolin216 his manager is the one who cancelled those shows in Poland, and i've read that open letter he wrote. It's the same news outlets that wants you to believe he's anti-semitic that says he's anti-democratic. It's quite the opposite my friend.
Only person in rock with balls!!! Thanks Roger for standing up. Im behind you 100%.
not the only....eric clapton and van morrison come to mind
Ted Nugent, Kid Rock, Annie Lennox to start
Chris Cornell also did but then he was killed
@@thestonedandstripped Annie Lennox, yes.
To add kid rock and Ted Nugent is ridiculous
Mother do you think?
As a teenager i found Pink Floyd The Wall album record from my dad. I admire Roger handwriting. He did not disapointed me also during this trouble times.
it's so sad and embarrassing for us as citizens that Roger has to make this video. That means we still let those guys that he mentions reach the circles of power. I heard The Wall for the first time at my 14s, at 1980, and I understood, at that age, that it wasn't about anti-Semitism or Nazi apology. My eternal respects and admiration for the great Roger, I have been following him since 1977 when I heard The Dark Side of the Moon at my 11s. I learned english thanks his records. You will always have allies here in Chile, dear Roger.
the wall is the song about todays world
So, Roger Walters dad was a commie english man who went to war against the Germans. The Germams who tried to save the White race.
Roger Waters is certainly entitled to his opinions, and I am am equally entitled to be offended by those opinions. Offending HALF the population in a deeply polarized society is the risk you run when you run your mouth on deeply polarized issues. David Gilmour and Nick Mason know better and are still making music and money, because they have kept their opinions to themselves and given the world what the world wants from them. Roger Waters learned NOTHING from Pink Floyd's 1980's breakup and has no one to blame but himself for being cancelled by those of us he has offended. If Roger loves Russia so much, then he should MOVE TO RUSSIA and learn for himself how Russia responds to opinions Putin finds offensive. FYI, Putin is especially fond of imprisoning, poisoning and having those who offend him (including musicians) thrown from high windows. 😕
No doubt about the music, but as a person of Influencias to take responsibility because he's spreading out lies and hate throughout the world, he's showing one narrative and people believe him, and I hate Israel for nothing..
He was also saying a lot of anti-somatic comments throughout the years, and now he's playing innocent..
Pink Floyd music is amazing but personality and what his breath of the world is sickening...
@@RobertLangdon-r2w He's only offending the HALF that disregards the human rights of Palestinians, and 28 different UN resolutions, and International law. You are clueless. Roger Waters has a net worth of about $310m, significantly more than all the other members of Pink Floyd, so i'd say he was doing just fine for money, and still voices his opinions. Don't let facts get in the way of your narrative though.
A man always worth listening too whether it's music or whatever. Legend in his own lifetime.
I am 60 years old ...Roger Waters and Pink Floyd came into my life when I was 13.....and never left...Thank you Roger for been there all those years...RESIST....
I must be a late developer, I am also 60 and got into Pink Floyd at 14... First album I ever bought was Animals, proud of that really...
Same
He doesn't trust the govt, neither do I. 👌
So you havent learned anything these last 40 years. This dog has been pushing anti-capitalism while making himself rich off of morons.
Great speech, you should put in on music
I am really glad he put this out. It’s really sad and disgusting when someone can be cancelled for songs that speak out against the atrocities he’s being accused of supporting. As someone said above, it’s like Charlie Chaplin being cancelled for The Great Dictator. Listen to the context. Roger Waters is trying to explain, if only people would fucking listen instead of judging with their hands over their ears, eyes, and mouths. People are god damn robots who blindly believe anything any mouthpiece spits out. It’s sick, disgusting, and a damn shame. There is clearly a bigger agenda at play here that my thumbs don’t have the energy to type on my phone.
I was listening to your music in the womb, my parents listened to your music as teenagers, my children dance to your music in the house. We stand with you and for truth, peace and love.
I was 8 months pregnant when i went to one of their amazing concerts. My son is now a musician and audio engineer. Thank you, Roger.
Hey Roger I love you but come on Roger you know I'm the one who wrote dark side of the moon!!!!
He stands for war--the war perpetrated by fascist ruzzia. Screw him
Indeed!
Ditto! ❤️
It is insane Roger. They are desperate that they cannot control your voice. You are a truth teller and they are trying to shut you up. Keep talking Roger. Millions are listening.❤
Indeed , Keep Talking Roger!!!❤👑✊️
he is not a truth teller, he tells his opinions, and he has all right to do that, and my opinion is that he is an idiot