@young Vegeta, yes we do. Now would I write a song using the n word? probably not, I'd also try to stay away from the f bomb the b bomb and anything that is going to ruin my opportunity to think longer better not to mention using undo and erasers. But hanging out with my friends and family all my friends vary in age and ethnic backgrounds we all use the n word, and we all use it respectively as possible, we are all pretty laid back we usually all get a few beers smoke a lil weed and just have fun. See I'm old enough to remember when rap was an open platform and hiphop did not exist, walking down Hampshire st and Essex in law town there was speakers and microphone set up all up and down the streets. Back then even blacks didn't use it as a term of endearment that began around the same time as hiphop and those streets that had so many doors open, so much love started to close, people began to fear the new movement thugs where promoting (and reflecting hate and ruining the beautiful vibe that rap created I saw it happened right in front of my face) they were locking thier doors bring in the house all the speakers and microphones, it was a very sad time in the city and unfortunately it never got better. But when I moved to fla and met these people I see that there are still a lot of people who still have that old school love with a new school twist. I'm all about positive change and will help anyway I can. Love bro.
Profound stuff from Stevie here... Language as a dividing/separating thing, even if _intended_ as a positive... Reminds me of the old Morgan Freeman bit: ruclips.net/video/I3cGfrExozQ/видео.html
Thats bullshit tho. Its all about intention. If you use that word with bad intentions, and to hurt someone, then yea you shouldnt use it. But if its just a casual term you use as “bro” and you dont mean any harm by it, then there is no issue.
Man, I was just thinking that the other day. Watching some of the videos of the protest nationwide and seeing the multiple nationalities coming together to stand together is inspiring. I love that you are using your platform for change. It reminds me of one of my favorite quotes. “Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself” -Leo Tolstoy We can change the world man! Much love.
AMEN 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼. As a 45yr old white man, who has listened to hip hop since I was 9yrs old, and grew up around the “hood” and mostly black folks my whole life. I’ve been given the “Nword pass” many many times, from different groups of friends who appreciated my realness. My answer always was...”I really don’t want it bro, how bout y’all just not say it anymore”and I would go into a conversation very reminiscent of everything you just said... Mad Love for you starting this conversation on your platform...u just gained another sub, keep it up bro
WOW man ..... I am one of your almost DAILY white viewers you speak of. VERY POWERFUL and DEEP thinking brother, Very well put.... *chills and watery eyes* in some of the "rambling" as you called it.
@@tytrib Why? Sincere question, genuinely interested in learning.. Most of us white folk (especially over seas) want to learn and know what we can do to help, and be less offensive.. Most of don't comment because. A. We feel we have no right B. We're scared of saying the wrong thing and offending ... Please elaborate we want to help but don't know how xxx
this needs to be on a shirt "it ain't about white vs black" on the front and "it's about everybody vs racism - Stevie Knight" on the back. I'd buy one for my whole family
I stopped saying it senior year of high school but my friends called me "white on the inside black on the outside" especially as I stopped using slang and formulated my words properly, and I became "too white" and kinda lost everyone and became that one black kid who "grew up in a white neghborhood" even though I didn't lol. Never thought that these guys would think that speaking proper english was a white thing.
My bud dealt with the same thing. We both grew up in a mixing pot of a school and town yet the people he choose to hang around as peers would say he was an uncle tom ,oreo , you name it. stating he aint black enough. As we graduated he changed to suit their settings of what is deemed as black. He moved over into the next city over (flint) and ended up in prison being involved in a robbery. The racism is a sneaky fucker too, it comes from the inside of the very culture. Nothing wrong with speaking how you want and how you speak should not stereotype you or essentially oppress you.
It sounds like your positive choice making people fall away from you is more that you’ve dropped unnecessary weight. Keep moving forward and keep growing stronger.
A couple of my boys stopped using that word. I agree with you and most that has posted in here about it. It's a cheap crutch word to use in raps too. Good topic to post on brother.
I have a friend who likes being called N-Word but I don’t go around calling him the N-Word I just understand it’s “a breath of fresh air” for him (he made me say it with pride as a bonding moment). He only listens to WBLK 93.7 and he chill af! ❤️ for my friends and the people who support me
I'm an older black man (56) and I made a conscious choice not to use that word way back in 93 when I was in the military. It slips sometimes when I'm pissed, and I don't look down on brothas who do. Love your heart, young man.
“It’s time for us as the people to start making some changes let’s change the way we eat let’s change the way we live and let’s change the way we treat each other see the old way wasn’t working so it’s on us to do what we gotta do to survive!!!!
Real talk man! I love that about you. "We tyrin' to come together. It ain't about white vs. black, it's about everybody vs. racists" This is the greatest thing I've heard in a long time.
I have nothing but respect for what you have just said and I certainly agree, if we’re all in this together we need to have nothing that divides us apart🤜🏼
I first started watching you about 6 months ago. I'm sure it was just a reaction if joyner or something but I liked the vibe and stuck around for more videos and eventually subbed. Now I'm seeing these videos from you and I know that I will never unsub. Keep grinding bro.
Thank you so much for your thoughts. Eloquently put. I wish more people understood that seperation between us all can never bring understanding and if we can't understand each other we can't begin to change, to heal or to grow.
We support you, Stevie. We can wait to hear reaction videos another time. Now is the time for us to learn, listen and do something. So glad you're using your platform to support our evolution as a society. It's LONG OVERDUE.
I really like what you said Stevie it spoke to me so much, I'm a white dude with no black friends to speak of but I like alot of black performers and athletes and RUclipsrs like you and there's so many funny and cool black people I've worked with but once I'm around several black people I always hear nigga this nigga that and I get ignored and I'm too afraid to talk, can't nigga just get retired so I don't feel like I'm getting excluded from conversations! I want to connect with people around me
Thank you for articulating that we need to come together by avoiding what we know will only divide us. That is extremely humble of you to be able to self reflect. That is also a problem we have in society which is no one is humble enough to look at themselves and be able to change their own behavior. God bless you.
I have to admit than when I logged on for my morning dose I was a bit disappointed that I was going to get another political dressing down and not a lighthearted reaction to music. I couldn't have been more wrong. My respect for you grew tenfold this morning. Your level-headed articulation blew me away and really put things in a whole new perspective. I hope that, as you put it, your limited platform continues to grow and you somehow get your message heard on a much larger scale. Obviously there are no easy answers to this problem and we are a long way from solving it, but getting your voice heard by more would be a step in the right direction. Great job.
We all as a community need to share the hell out of this video because this message is so important to unifying us as one people. I will be sharing this on every platform I am part of. Thank you Stevie!
So impressed with your rational handling of these conversation. As a person in law enforcement, i really wish someone would address the lack of black officers in law enforcement. If a person wants to change a culture, get involved in that culture. Lead by example. Becoming a superior and help to train these officers. Thanks for using your platform in the way you have. Much respect!
I really liked what you had to say, honestly never even thought about it like that I guess because as you said it’s used so commonly now as word of endearment. Hearing this has changed my perspective and I think you’re right it does divide us whether we realize it or not. Nobody should want to say it period. I think it’s a good conversation that should be presented widely among ourselves and those around us. If we can all agree to not say it then their is no divide and as you said it would be much easier to point out the ones who truly are racist. Rip George Floyd. It’s a shame what happened , but in his death I think we’re about to see a revolution of sorts for the betterment. God bless his family. Let’s end racism together as one people.
I hope you are aware that your statement in itself is quite racist. Please don't just make generalized statements as proof of fact. I'm directly involved in our recruit schools and see with my own eyes the applicant numbers in terms of race. My direct superior (Lt.) Is a black man and our Colonel is a black woman. Please don't be reactive. This results in seperste statements made by individuals and certainly cannot be considered mutual dialogue.
We are HUMAN BEINGS! This is a time for change from all sides. We have to love each other and lift each other up. You have a platform and you're calling is to be a part of this new America. #blacklivesmattertome
Words have power and you have a very intelligent argument. I see where you're coming from. Edit: also when I hear it, it's like nails on a chalkboard. I quit swearing and it was hard at first, but now I feel stupid if I swear.
@Vicodyn I would say any word that people can't even say and call "the N word" is pretty powerful. The collective society can give meaning but words have power whether we like it or not, in my opinion
that word was thrown around and still is thrown around loosely. my favorite word I use to all my friends loved ones or someone I would have their back is Brother. this is a great powerful message you did.. great job and congrats on your stand on trying to not say the word.. Much Love. #IGY6
Man, what's right is right and what's wrong is wrong. Period. We need to stop looking at one another as a color, and just look at one another as human beings. I was raised different and I've been in facilities with all races of people. I don't see color. I love and respect all that show the same love and respect. Much love to u my brother. Keep using the platform u have to spread the message ur trying to spread. People are finally starting to open their eyes. #RIPMR.FLOYD
Awww Stevie, you are such a nice guy. You shouldn't be worrying about our discomfort, but it speaks volumes that you do. I could see flickers of sadness and also of reliving stuff in your eyes here and there throughout. Can't imagine how this must feel for you right now. I'm glad to see more people speaking out too. It's been a long time coming. Much love to you.
So much respect for you on making this decision. The reason I am against it's use by anyone is because when I was younger I saw how that word hurt my elders. Even when it was said by younger people to each other. Forget taking a word back because that word came from and was used by slave masters. They're dead. Let their word die too.
Real talk!! I feel the same way you do! And I've just recently had the same convo with a co-worker who is a POC. but to add to it, I think any or all type of description of a persons race should not be used! Like saying this black man, or white man, or Mexican, whatever it is. I think we should just say this man/woman/child, instead of using color, or race. We should view everyone as a person, not by color or race. If that makes any sense! If we can all make a change in viewing all humans as one single race!!! HUMANS!!! BROTHERS AND SISTERS!!! MAN, WOMAN AND CHILD!!! WE CAN ABOLISH THIS HATE!!! WE WILL MOVE FORWARD, WE WILL CHANGE FOR THE BETTER!!!
I'm so glad you made this video You explain everything in such a rational and easy to understand way that even the people that haven't got a clue about what's going on around them can understand . You would make such a great motivational speaker👏🏻👏🏼👏🏽👏🏾👏🏿
Good for you. Im not black myself, but have a highly successful black uncle who has always said the black community using the N-word rampantly themselves but getting upset when anybody else uses it is one of the core issues of divide between blacks and the other 87% of the country. Either the black community has to stop using it and glorifying it, or let everybody else use it too. Good on you for being a leader, my uncle would be proud.
@@stevie.knight Maybe call them out on it in a video and ask for a video response? I, as well as many, would be interested in your opinion/perspective on "I'm not Racist" by Joyner Lucas.
This is the best reasoning and passionately put argument I have seen on this. And considering what’s happening in the world at the moment possibly the most importantly timed argument. I feel this vid needs a million plus views so this message gets out there. Post this on your SM accounts and get the message out there!! So very well put stevie. You need to take that message to your community. With that passion I feel you could galvanise people into positive change!
@9INE PLANETS if protesting worked to get gay people rights and black people to be no longer slaves, I'm sure protesting against racism will encounter change, its a long walk but we have to do it for equality!
I've watched a few of your videos before but I'm now going to subscribe because of this video.. I've always thought that the best way to improve yourself is to learn to be able to step outside your situation and look back in as a whole at it and learn the best way to move forward through it... best comment I've heard lately is its not about black vs white. Its about everybody vs racism... well said mate
Stumbled across your reaction videos and I liked how you break down the music you watch and it lead me to this video, I never really respond or leave comments but just wanted to say that this was really thought provoking and your views and how you express them show a lot of wisdom.
why would anyone give this video a thumbs down ha I've been on your page a lot in the past couple months watching your music reactions, and ive finally got to your videos where you talk about what's going on in the real world. I gotta say, I enjoy the way your mind works. Very level headed and down to earth! I cant imagine what its like talking about subjects like this into a camera bc you might feel like you are talking to nobody, but you are a big influence to a lot of your followers and I have no doubt that you are out in public as well! Keep it up Sir Knight!
I freaking love this response. I’m a white guy and i have no say on this at all but it always makes me feel sad when i hear it because of how horrific the origin was. This is a great take man.
That division is also perception. How people perceive the meaning is everything. And I agree 100%. Nobody should say it. There are things in this world you just don’t say for perfect reason. Much love Stevie ❤️❤️
This piece means a whole lot to me. It's such a triggering word. I worked with a fair few, extremely accomplished, successful black men in the media industry in London. Some were black British men and one was a black American. We became friends and one night I was invited out for drinks (amongst a bunch of other folks in the office) to celebrate a big promotion for one of our black colleagues - the American. As we walked into the pub, I was talking to him and he was spotted by a friend of his who was obviously also there for the party, but did not work with us. This friend yelled out the N-word and gave his mate this huge bear hug. But I was looking at his face over this hug and he looked liked been slapped in the face. It has stuck with me all my life. This was clearly the way they spoke to each other socially. But I guess this was the first time he was called it while he was in a professional capacity. I've always wanted to ask him about it, but never quite had the guts to do it. But this made me realise how I felt about black people saying it to each other, it's like keeping an insult close to your chest. I can't stand it. That day I realised why. And I'm not judging, it's not my place. But it was a moment that made me realise how black people using that horrid word can still have a horrid effect on themselves. I appreciate you working through this topic.
Incredibly well said! The kind of leader that is needed for real change. One who can communicate without hatred or violence, but reason and words. Keep it up, and love all your videos. Much Love
Stevie Knight your point on regardless of its usage, the word will forever be a divisive device is insightful and surreal, Im from Vietnam and we do have words we use that are exclusive to the dialects and the people of a specific regions. your point has just given me a new look on the matter!
Myself.....Haven't used the n word and dotn hang around that does for many years , can't use a word formed to discredit my own people no matter how many excuses people make on why they use it , never felt right saying it
We need to move away from the division from the past. Well said. We have to start talking and listening to each other, and stop the separation. We will never grow as a society until we can get over this and move past racism, discrimination, segregation, etc. Agreed that nobody should say that word, so hopefully you can influence many more by your video. Way to be a leader Stevie Knight. I just subscribed.
By the way anyone reading this. You realise how hard it would be for the average black man to come to this conclusion. Like Stevie said it gets said that openly with out any thought, so to sit there and decide to yourself. “I don’t like when I say it”. Is very powerful. And I agree fully. When blacks say it with no intent it’s fine. When whites say it with no intent it’s not. Why??? Because colour, that’s immediate segregation from black folk when they have an issue with it, and of course that’s understandable given the past. But however are trying to move on from the past (as we should) or are you tryna stay there and live in division.???? Seems like an easy choice to me. How bout every person in the world treats it as a word that has no need to be used/said
My best friend is black and whenever we go out, the word gets exchanged as a greeting. As a white male, I'll never utter the word; because to me, it isn't just the word, it's the malice that is associated with it. It was never used by white people to have a positive connotation, but to oppress. Freedom of speech or not, there are some words that shouldn't be spoken. I have no problem with that being one of them.
@@Derek.Joseph From my understanding "er" was the original term "ga" was the spin the slaves came up with to trick the masters into believing they had accepted the term when in actuality it was used for unification and as a sign of endearment. Obviously philosophies differ: If your black brotha is comfortable deeming you his brotha I think it'd be empowering for you to reciprocate the love WITH his permission. This is how I handled it growing up it's all love, and the intention is pure. My friend makes the joke that everytime I speak the word to him the love and intention makes a former master puke in his grave! 😄 We take power from the old term while progressively empowering the new term to be associated with brother hood on behalf of the brothers judgment. Again, everyone goes about it a different way. Me an my buddy like to imagine our ancestors worked together to go Django on the masters. His ancestors slaves, mine Irish indentured servants.
I just watched the whole video, Stevie, and I just wanted to say I really appreciate your reflections both here and in general. You're a really good person, and I hope you have the best life possible. Much love and respect from Norway.
I agree with you 100%. We need to stand together as human beings. I watch your videos all the time and love that people like yourself are coming forward to solve this dumb issue that's a problem in our society. Thank you.
You’re a real ass dude! Appreciate your open dialogue and helping to unify us. We’re all gods children that bleed red. That’s what needs to be pushed. Rest In Paradise, George Increase the peace
God fearing Americans are the most civilized people on earth. That’s why we’re at home while the anarchists burn America and we’re at home praying for god to save them like he saved us
@@tonystreetman8209 i dont know if you can disgree. Historic evidence shows religion has started more wars than oil. But i do understand every religion is peaceful until people try to forcefully spread the religion.
You are so right because at the end of the day it still doesn't make us equal and that's what this whole fight is about from the beginning..trying to be treated equal
I totally agree with you! I mean if you live in a culture where the word is used so frequently and its accepted in your group (even if the group is made from mixed races) and nobody gets offended by it, then its ok. But I agree with what you said, its separates people (and it is ok to love your race and your roots and be proud of who you are, as long as you do not treat other races as inferior or other stupid shit like that). People have to stop using the word all the time and people need to stop beeing offended by it. Respect for sharing your thoughts on this.
👏👏👏👏👏 well said. We dont go around calling each other spic. Either everyone can say something or no one can. I appreciate your honesty & reasoning. I hope your sentiment catches on.
Congrats to you buddy. I don't use the word either myself. After I saw my vanilla brothers and sisters using the word, that was it for me. It is a word of cringe and no matter if it ends in er or a it needs to be put to rest now.
That’s great man. It’s always refreshing to see someone who recognizes we’re all Americans and in this together. This topic is why I hate all the adjectives added in front of the word American. Whether it’s African American Mexican American Asian American, why do we have to have those adjectives that seperate and divide us all from our fellow Americans?
I really enjoyed watching your mind work through this. I absolutely agree anything that stops people from seeing each other as people, and being able to unite, needs to be removed. Just like you are confronting within yourself it needs to be a free choice. You are so right. WE need to choose to stand together as Americans and make our country the best that it can be.
I've been following your reactions for only a short time, but I can say that this is the best reaction video yet. You explained the layers behind these situations really well, similarly to how you break down bars, and it gave me a real insight. Spot on.
Again extremely well put man, I really think u should do some-type of podcast your insights are really well thought out. And would love to hear your thoughts on other topics. (Not trying to take away from this topic by any means)
This is the most rational video on RUclips . The way you break it down really makes you think. My nephew (who is mixed) and i had a conversation about the word a few months ago. Luckily he has always had the mind set to not use the word even though he is black and hangs out with mostly black race. He told me that if half his family isn't allowed to use the word then it isn't right that the other half does
Been a sub for a while. I am a mid 40s white guy. I have many friends from all over the world and experience this frequently. Just wanted to thank you for articulating this and using your platform to look for balance and mutual respect. Lots of respect for you bro. One love
I said the N word when I was a teen during my whole I’m hip hop faze....My Grandma heard me one time and she thumped me on the head with a shoe repeatedly....Never said it again. I used it in a hip hop type way,Never with the R at the end. I was raised in a mostly black community,And I love the people and place I came from💜We learn and grow as humans,Well most of us.....Bad apples are still poisoning the progress. BLM💜
Awesome point about your ancestors. There’s a great book called The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. One of the four is to “be impeccable with your word”. It’s OK to let this word go. I imagine the ancestors would approve. Excellent video. Thank you.
Well said. You have got me thinking. That is the point of your video, to think about the topic you just spoke on, let it settle, and then share with others. Thank you
Hey man, I'm a 46 year old man. I was taught to never use that word, its very disrespectful, and demeaning. We all just people trying to make a living. I come from the coal mining state of west Virginia. It dont matter if its a trailer park in the sticks or government housing in the city. Poor is poor, it dont know no color. I was raised to treat people like I want to be treated. We all need to come together and realize its all of us against the rich 1% that run this country and world. We all in the same boat. There are good and bad, in all of us no matter the race. Much respect to you and your family sir, stay safe.
@@Lukyan much of what the black community is struggling with is directly related to poverty. school districts with high property taxes have better educational systems which breed more successful graduates, the greater majority of black americans live in poor districts. money rules the world, i'd say Nathan's comment was pretty spot on.
We are standing with you as equals in a fight to end injustice. We do see things differently due to cultural backgrounds but that does not mean we are unable to relate and see how much we have in common instead of only seeing what is different. Here's a thought on what you said about a word that holds so much power over all of us. So as time has passed and in general i feel we have come so far and maybe we think we have come farther then we really have so we use that word as if we were excepted as your equal and not seen as disrespectful. meaning all of us need to put past to rest and make sure we learn and never repeat it. I believe we all have the right to be treated the same as humane beings as equals and with respect.
So, I wondered who was going to be the person to finally wake us all up. It's terrible that it took the senseless death of George Floyd to finally open the eyes of the world. Feelings are raw right now in all races on so many levels. There's not much I can comment on for the use of the n word. I'm a 52 year old white man with no real constructive perspective to add on that word when it becomes a topic of conversation. In my experience it will most certainly lead to misunderstandings. I avoid them at all costs. It's strange in a way because, half my friends that I spend the majority of my time with are black. 30 years worth of time to put my friendships into perspective. It's exactly the way you said. If I were to say don't use the n word, there would be an instant response. I watch a lot of reaction videos and I see the rules for the n word to also be the case in the wrapper world. I hope you don't take to much heat from getting away from the word. Peers can bring us all down. God Bless Steve...
I agree once I had kids and me getting older bout 13 yrs ago growing up 80-90's it was part our dialogue but starting to have white friends I seen how uncomfortable it would make them feel for one of them to eventually having this same convo and I listen to him. I started to think bout my pops born in '37 raised during some real shit and the disrespect i was showing I had to.
Because some ignorant people will ridicule you as racist for trying to enlighten them. They'll think you're just trying to control them. But fuck em, did what your heart tells you
My FB friends have mixed political beliefs, so when I share videos to try to do my part and spread knowledge, I still feel like I should only share videos from Tedx or public figures like Trevor Noah or Robin DiAngelo, because I worry about inflicting my family (and more importantly, anyone they might share the videos with) on people who didn't ask for me to share their videos. :(
You've made me reevaluate how much I personally use that word and earned a hell of a lot of respect from me. I found your channel only 3 days ago. Subbed for this and I'll stay for the reactions. Thank you for saying what needed to be said.
"That blood soaked word rappers still use All it really shows is that we still self abuse That was the word that was used to kill Kelso Cochrane and Emmett Till That was the word that the conscience eased And made people pleased to hung you from trees That was the word that let the whips crack No matter what you say you can't take it back" akala- find no enemy
let me ask you this... During WW2 .. the Germans killed over 10 million Jews... 10 Million... and Israel has forgiven Germany because they know the people now are not the people that did those horrific acts.... you cannot continue to blame people forever for things that happened in the past ....
@@kevinkarbonik2928 Firstly that was not a question. What you say has no relevance to what is going on today, those wars are OVER. You look so dumb saying this. Institutional racism is happening every day/every minute, to the point until now became normalised for police to kill unarmed innocent black people. We are blaming people for what they are doing NOW, so what the hell you on about? If you don't understand.. don't speak on it. IF you care to still speak on it, educate yourself first.
@@anthonypassarelli5534 I'm from the UK, but I'm pretty sure it's the same in the US; you are innocent until you have committed crime, are arrested and it is investigated. Then the CPS decide if charges are filed, if so you then go to court both sides argue to a jury. Who then decide if a person is guilty or not, if found guilty only then a person can be deemed not to be innocent. Quite simple really; have you not heard of the term innocent until proven guilty. If you don't understand the above, the latter term is easier to understand. So unless he had any outstanding warrents for his arrest he was an INNOCENT AND UNARMED MAN please educate yourself.
@@leabeauty837 okay, you found a loophole, so technically he was innocent. That doesn't change that he was committing a crime, thus the negative interaction with police.
Your principles and philosophy are very truth centered, and truth can feel painful sometimes, but truth is more important than euphemisms and denial, and I think a deep, passionate monologue based in truth unity and hope just like this will bear the best kind of fruits, vs a very divided and provokingly written promise of vengeance for past injustice. I can tell you'e more than just smart your wise, have love for everyone and want things honest and fair its beautiful but unfortunately rare to see any one of any race this on point. Subscribed!
"The only people who we should be hearing that word from are the people we should be trying to get rid of" -Amen Stevie!! Damn right!!
In the Southview there are a growing number of whites that use it as a term of endearment. I think it's been doing ok it's breaking down new barriers
@@superclutz1 no
@young Vegeta, yes we do. Now would I write a song using the n word? probably not, I'd also try to stay away from the f bomb the b bomb and anything that is going to ruin my opportunity to think longer better not to mention using undo and erasers. But hanging out with my friends and family all my friends vary in age and ethnic backgrounds we all use the n word, and we all use it respectively as possible, we are all pretty laid back we usually all get a few beers smoke a lil weed and just have fun. See I'm old enough to remember when rap was an open platform and hiphop did not exist, walking down Hampshire st and Essex in law town there was speakers and microphone set up all up and down the streets. Back then even blacks didn't use it as a term of endearment that began around the same time as hiphop and those streets that had so many doors open, so much love started to close, people began to fear the new movement thugs where promoting (and reflecting hate and ruining the beautiful vibe that rap created I saw it happened right in front of my face) they were locking thier doors bring in the house all the speakers and microphones, it was a very sad time in the city and unfortunately it never got better. But when I moved to fla and met these people I see that there are still a lot of people who still have that old school love with a new school twist. I'm all about positive change and will help anyway I can. Love bro.
Profound stuff from Stevie here... Language as a dividing/separating thing, even if _intended_ as a positive... Reminds me of the old Morgan Freeman bit:
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Thats bullshit tho. Its all about intention. If you use that word with bad intentions, and to hurt someone, then yea you shouldnt use it. But if its just a casual term you use as “bro” and you dont mean any harm by it, then there is no issue.
This should be going viral. Well said King!
Man, I was just thinking that the other day. Watching some of the videos of the protest nationwide and seeing the multiple nationalities coming together to stand together is inspiring. I love that you are using your platform for change. It reminds me of one of my favorite quotes.
“Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself” -Leo Tolstoy
We can change the world man! Much love.
AMEN 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼. As a 45yr old white man, who has listened to hip hop since I was 9yrs old, and grew up around the “hood” and mostly black folks my whole life. I’ve been given the “Nword pass” many many times, from different groups of friends who appreciated my realness. My answer always was...”I really don’t want it bro, how bout y’all just not say it anymore”and I would go into a conversation very reminiscent of everything you just said... Mad Love for you starting this conversation on your platform...u just gained another sub, keep it up bro
WOW man ..... I am one of your almost DAILY white viewers you speak of. VERY POWERFUL and DEEP thinking brother, Very well put.... *chills and watery eyes* in some of the "rambling" as you called it.
Extremely well-articulated reasoning.
@@tytrib wtf !
@@tytrib Why? Sincere question, genuinely interested in learning.. Most of us white folk (especially over seas) want to learn and know what we can do to help, and be less offensive.. Most of don't comment because.
A. We feel we have no right
B. We're scared of saying the wrong thing and offending ...
Please elaborate we want to help but don't know how xxx
@@tytrib Nah not at all!
Tyler T seeing something that isn’t there, maybe a lack vocabulary on your part.
@@tytrib dude....what!?
I stopped saying the N word years ago and it really helped my progression
That's what's up
I don't use the n word with the a at the end either. I feel that words like brother, brethren, God, and King are better words to say.
The N word came from the African Netjer meaning nature. It used to mean God in African.
Good for you Brutha. Progression in a positive form is always a good thing.
this dude don't even use a gun. he just throws it at u hard as fuxk
Now this.... This is what "real talk" sounds like
RUclips, I need a way to upvote this more than once.
this needs to be on a shirt "it ain't about white vs black" on the front and "it's about everybody vs racism - Stevie Knight" on the back. I'd buy one for my whole family
I would buy
cringe
@@andrewpetrie2073 someone tryna make money over here
i definitely will buy
Don't be cheap, you should buy one for each family member, not just one😅😅😅
This is about the best way ive herd someone approach this topic.
Full support man! Do what you feel is right! Take as long of a break from reactions as you feel necessary man, we’ll all be here when you get back
I have not heard it put the way you did. It brings a divide and its something need to eliminate. Thank you for posting this man!
Ohhhhhh. My boy spitting. Good shit. Well articulated reasoning, great thoughts. Keep spitting
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I stopped saying it senior year of high school but my friends called me "white on the inside black on the outside" especially as I stopped using slang and formulated my words properly, and I became "too white" and kinda lost everyone and became that one black kid who "grew up in a white neghborhood" even though I didn't lol. Never thought that these guys would think that speaking proper english was a white thing.
As a white kid that grew up in the hood I have seen black kids call out other blacks that... "why you tryN to be white" seen it so many times
My bud dealt with the same thing. We both grew up in a mixing pot of a school and town yet the people he choose to hang around as peers would say he was an uncle tom ,oreo , you name it. stating he aint black enough. As we graduated he changed to suit their settings of what is deemed as black. He moved over into the next city over (flint) and ended up in prison being involved in a robbery. The racism is a sneaky fucker too, it comes from the inside of the very culture. Nothing wrong with speaking how you want and how you speak should not stereotype you or essentially oppress you.
Man just yesterday I was called a racist uncle tom for saying I didnt agree with the word if it had an A or an ER
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It sounds like your positive choice making people fall away from you is more that you’ve dropped unnecessary weight. Keep moving forward and keep growing stronger.
A couple of my boys stopped using that word. I agree with you and most that has posted in here about it. It's a cheap crutch word to use in raps too. Good topic to post on brother.
I hate the over use in rap. It just shows how lazy you are.
@@redrum41987 Same
I have a friend who likes being called N-Word but I don’t go around calling him the N-Word I just understand it’s “a breath of fresh air” for him (he made me say it with pride as a bonding moment). He only listens to WBLK 93.7 and he chill af! ❤️ for my friends and the people who support me
I'm an older black man (56) and I made a conscious choice not to use that word way back in 93 when I was in the military. It slips sometimes when I'm pissed, and I don't look down on brothas who do. Love your heart, young man.
Real talk brotha!!! I will admit I use that word but your message is powerful. From one black man to anotha a big THANK YOU!!
Richard Prior said it decades ago, but people forgot. ruclips.net/video/hzl7G9XhLxc/видео.html
Millions of people need to see this.
I appreciate your honesty. I am a black women and my hubby is white. I feel like if he can’t say or my in-laws then I shouldn’t say it.
“It’s time for us as the people to start making some changes let’s change the way we eat let’s change the way we live and let’s change the way we treat each other see the old way wasn’t working so it’s on us to do what we gotta do to survive!!!!
Tupac 💙 and I’m a 41 yo white woman
Amazing lyrics from tupac
And let's stop using the N word to.
Changes is one of the best songs of all time.
Rip Pac 🙏 Gone but not forgotten! To everybody Keep Your Head up!
Real talk man! I love that about you. "We tyrin' to come together. It ain't about white vs. black, it's about everybody vs. racists" This is the greatest thing I've heard in a long time.
I have nothing but respect for what you have just said and I certainly agree, if we’re all in this together we need to have nothing that divides us apart🤜🏼
I first started watching you about 6 months ago. I'm sure it was just a reaction if joyner or something but I liked the vibe and stuck around for more videos and eventually subbed. Now I'm seeing these videos from you and I know that I will never unsub. Keep grinding bro.
Thank you so much for your thoughts. Eloquently put. I wish more people understood that seperation between us all can never bring understanding and if we can't understand each other we can't begin to change, to heal or to grow.
This is the type of thinking that brings us together. Thank you for the point of view. Racism should not exist
We support you, Stevie. We can wait to hear reaction videos another time. Now is the time for us to learn, listen and do something. So glad you're using your platform to support our evolution as a society. It's LONG OVERDUE.
Right on brother. Respect! We need to stand together no matter the race. I
This is very powerful. We need to stop having things that divide us
I really like what you said Stevie it spoke to me so much, I'm a white dude with no black friends to speak of but I like alot of black performers and athletes and RUclipsrs like you and there's so many funny and cool black people I've worked with but once I'm around several black people I always hear nigga this nigga that and I get ignored and I'm too afraid to talk, can't nigga just get retired so I don't feel like I'm getting excluded from conversations! I want to connect with people around me
This is beautiful. I can't even comment further. It's just beautiful.
No cap
Thank you for articulating that we need to come together by avoiding what we know will only divide us. That is extremely humble of you to be able to self reflect. That is also a problem we have in society which is no one is humble enough to look at themselves and be able to change their own behavior. God bless you.
I have to admit than when I logged on for my morning dose I was a bit disappointed that I was going to get another political dressing down and not a lighthearted reaction to music. I couldn't have been more wrong. My respect for you grew tenfold this morning. Your level-headed articulation blew me away and really put things in a whole new perspective. I hope that, as you put it, your limited platform continues to grow and you somehow get your message heard on a much larger scale. Obviously there are no easy answers to this problem and we are a long way from solving it, but getting your voice heard by more would be a step in the right direction. Great job.
We all as a community need to share the hell out of this video because this message is so important to unifying us as one people. I will be sharing this on every platform I am part of. Thank you Stevie!
Bro I’ve watched this twice and this is no joke one of my most important RUclips videos I’ve seen, thanks for this
Love the message brother !!
UNITY against EVIL , is where we need to be . We're all doomed , if we don't !! Peace and love from GA .
So impressed with your rational handling of these conversation. As a person in law enforcement, i really wish someone would address the lack of black officers in law enforcement. If a person wants to change a culture, get involved in that culture. Lead by example. Becoming a superior and help to train these officers. Thanks for using your platform in the way you have. Much respect!
Truth!
The lack of black officers is systemic. It's that way by design
I really liked what you had to say, honestly never even thought about it like that I guess because as you said it’s used so commonly now as word of endearment. Hearing this has changed my perspective and I think you’re right it does divide us whether we realize it or not. Nobody should want to say it period. I think it’s a good conversation that should be presented widely among ourselves and those around us. If we can all agree to not say it then their is no divide and as you said it would be much easier to point out the ones who truly are racist. Rip George Floyd. It’s a shame what happened , but in his death I think we’re about to see a revolution of sorts for the betterment. God bless his family. Let’s end racism together as one people.
I hope you are aware that your statement in itself is quite racist. Please don't just make generalized statements as proof of fact. I'm directly involved in our recruit schools and see with my own eyes the applicant numbers in terms of race. My direct superior (Lt.) Is a black man and our Colonel is a black woman. Please don't be reactive. This results in seperste statements made by individuals and certainly cannot be considered mutual dialogue.
Stylez Beast Mode white people dont have culture? You heard of Europe before? I know it’s hard imagining lands outside of America but still.
We are HUMAN BEINGS! This is a time for change from all sides. We have to love each other and lift each other up. You have a platform and you're calling is to be a part of this new America. #blacklivesmattertome
Words have power and you have a very intelligent argument. I see where you're coming from.
Edit: also when I hear it, it's like nails on a chalkboard.
I quit swearing and it was hard at first, but now I feel stupid if I swear.
@Vicodyn I would say any word that people can't even say and call "the N word" is pretty powerful. The collective society can give meaning but words have power whether we like it or not, in my opinion
@Vicodyn I know that we give them power, which makes them powerful nonetheless.
that word was thrown around and still is thrown around loosely. my favorite word I use to all my friends loved ones or someone I would have their back is Brother. this is a great powerful message you did.. great job and congrats on your stand on trying to not say the word.. Much Love. #IGY6
Man, what's right is right and what's wrong is wrong. Period. We need to stop looking at one another as a color, and just look at one another as human beings. I was raised different and I've been in facilities with all races of people. I don't see color. I love and respect all that show the same love and respect. Much love to u my brother. Keep using the platform u have to spread the message ur trying to spread. People are finally starting to open their eyes. #RIPMR.FLOYD
Awww Stevie, you are such a nice guy. You shouldn't be worrying about our discomfort, but it speaks volumes that you do. I could see flickers of sadness and also of reliving stuff in your eyes here and there throughout. Can't imagine how this must feel for you right now. I'm glad to see more people speaking out too. It's been a long time coming. Much love to you.
So much respect for you on making this decision.
The reason I am against it's use by anyone is because when I was younger I saw how that word hurt my elders. Even when it was said by younger people to each other. Forget taking a word back because that word came from and was used by slave masters. They're dead. Let their word die too.
Agree, and much respect
@@tbotec7516 Yup. In the end that's what it boils down to. Respect. Self respect and respect for others.
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Real talk!! I feel the same way you do! And I've just recently had the same convo with a co-worker who is a POC. but to add to it, I think any or all type of description of a persons race should not be used! Like saying this black man, or white man, or Mexican, whatever it is. I think we should just say this man/woman/child, instead of using color, or race. We should view everyone as a person, not by color or race. If that makes any sense! If we can all make a change in viewing all humans as one single race!!! HUMANS!!! BROTHERS AND SISTERS!!! MAN, WOMAN AND CHILD!!! WE CAN ABOLISH THIS HATE!!! WE WILL MOVE FORWARD, WE WILL CHANGE FOR THE BETTER!!!
I'm so glad you made this video You explain everything in such a rational and easy to understand way that even the people that haven't got a clue about what's going on around them can understand . You would make such a great motivational speaker👏🏻👏🏼👏🏽👏🏾👏🏿
Good for you. Im not black myself, but have a highly successful black uncle who has always said the black community using the N-word rampantly themselves but getting upset when anybody else uses it is one of the core issues of divide between blacks and the other 87% of the country. Either the black community has to stop using it and glorifying it, or let everybody else use it too. Good on you for being a leader, my uncle would be proud.
We need other reaction channels to react to THIS! SPREAD THE WORD!
It would be cool to see their perspective
@@stevie.knight Maybe call them out on it in a video and ask for a video response? I, as well as many, would be interested in your opinion/perspective on "I'm not Racist" by Joyner Lucas.
This is the best reasoning and passionately put argument I have seen on this. And considering what’s happening in the world at the moment possibly the most importantly timed argument. I feel this vid needs a million plus views so this message gets out there. Post this on your SM accounts and get the message out there!! So very well put stevie. You need to take that message to your community. With that passion I feel you could galvanise people into positive change!
That’s a shirt right there “everyone Vs racism”
Dude, this would be a shirt I could buy and wear at work
@@Kyle555TUS www.etsy.com/uk/listing/819566759/everyone-vs-racism-tee-t-shirt?ref=listings_manager_grid
@Strangely Brown probably ain't gonna be murdered any time soon by a hate filled cop. Neither is anyone else!!!!!!!!
@9INE PLANETS if protesting worked to get gay people rights and black people to be no longer slaves, I'm sure protesting against racism will encounter change, its a long walk but we have to do it for equality!
man...you explained this perfect . this was a hard one for many to hear, but you nailed it. thanks for speaking your heart man. much love.
Steve your 1000% right. theres only one race the human race were all in this together. Much love to you
I've watched a few of your videos before but I'm now going to subscribe because of this video.. I've always thought that the best way to improve yourself is to learn to be able to step outside your situation and look back in as a whole at it and learn the best way to move forward through it... best comment I've heard lately is its not about black vs white. Its about everybody vs racism... well said mate
Much love stevie. You're a good dude were all in this together. Very insightful video. The more i can learn the more i can do my part.
Stumbled across your reaction videos and I liked how you break down the music you watch and it lead me to this video, I never really respond or leave comments but just wanted to say that this was really thought provoking and your views and how you express them show a lot of wisdom.
RIP George Floyld
why would anyone give this video a thumbs down ha I've been on your page a lot in the past couple months watching your music reactions, and ive finally got to your videos where you talk about what's going on in the real world. I gotta say, I enjoy the way your mind works. Very level headed and down to earth! I cant imagine what its like talking about subjects like this into a camera bc you might feel like you are talking to nobody, but you are a big influence to a lot of your followers and I have no doubt that you are out in public as well! Keep it up Sir Knight!
Damn, made a lot of good points here. I think I'll follow in your footsteps and make a conscious effort to stop as well
Good shit my guy
Here's the definition of courage fellas
Infinite respect Mr Knight🙏👊
I freaking love this response. I’m a white guy and i have no say on this at all but it always makes me feel sad when i hear it because of how horrific the origin was. This is a great take man.
That division is also perception. How people perceive the meaning is everything. And I agree 100%. Nobody should say it. There are things in this world you just don’t say for perfect reason. Much love Stevie ❤️❤️
This piece means a whole lot to me. It's such a triggering word. I worked with a fair few, extremely accomplished, successful black men in the media industry in London. Some were black British men and one was a black American. We became friends and one night I was invited out for drinks (amongst a bunch of other folks in the office) to celebrate a big promotion for one of our black colleagues - the American. As we walked into the pub, I was talking to him and he was spotted by a friend of his who was obviously also there for the party, but did not work with us. This friend yelled out the N-word and gave his mate this huge bear hug. But I was looking at his face over this hug and he looked liked been slapped in the face. It has stuck with me all my life. This was clearly the way they spoke to each other socially. But I guess this was the first time he was called it while he was in a professional capacity. I've always wanted to ask him about it, but never quite had the guts to do it. But this made me realise how I felt about black people saying it to each other, it's like keeping an insult close to your chest. I can't stand it. That day I realised why. And I'm not judging, it's not my place. But it was a moment that made me realise how black people using that horrid word can still have a horrid effect on themselves. I appreciate you working through this topic.
Incredibly well said! The kind of leader that is needed for real change. One who can communicate without hatred or violence, but reason and words. Keep it up, and love all your videos. Much Love
so wise my man! Wish this video would blow up for everyone to see.
Thank you!
Stevie Knight your point on regardless of its usage, the word will forever be a divisive device is insightful and surreal, Im from Vietnam and we do have words we use that are exclusive to the dialects and the people of a specific regions. your point has just given me a new look on the matter!
Your real talk is so honest, so objective. I got respect for you and I appreciate the thought you put into understanding.
Myself.....Haven't used the n word and dotn hang around that does for many years , can't use a word formed to discredit my own people no matter how many excuses people make on why they use it , never felt right saying it
Salute king!!!!
My nigga
@@DesignzRUs smh fool
Diurno MX dude thats his life not mine. Nobody will stop us from using something that was negative that we turned positive. Its our culture
@@DesignzRUs tell me the positivity of using it ?
We need to move away from the division from the past. Well said. We have to start talking and listening to each other, and stop the separation. We will never grow as a society until we can get over this and move past racism, discrimination, segregation, etc. Agreed that nobody should say that word, so hopefully you can influence many more by your video. Way to be a leader Stevie Knight. I just subscribed.
Right on bro. Let's leave that word in the past where it belongs. Thank you bro.
By the way anyone reading this. You realise how hard it would be for the average black man to come to this conclusion. Like Stevie said it gets said that openly with out any thought, so to sit there and decide to yourself. “I don’t like when I say it”. Is very powerful. And I agree fully. When blacks say it with no intent it’s fine. When whites say it with no intent it’s not. Why??? Because colour, that’s immediate segregation from black folk when they have an issue with it, and of course that’s understandable given the past. But however are trying to move on from the past (as we should) or are you tryna stay there and live in division.???? Seems like an easy choice to me. How bout every person in the world treats it as a word that has no need to be used/said
I’ve gone back and forth on it for a while. Happy to hear your thoughts on it
My best friend is black and whenever we go out, the word gets exchanged as a greeting. As a white male, I'll never utter the word; because to me, it isn't just the word, it's the malice that is associated with it. It was never used by white people to have a positive connotation, but to oppress. Freedom of speech or not, there are some words that shouldn't be spoken. I have no problem with that being one of them.
@@Derek.Joseph
From my understanding "er" was the original term "ga" was the spin the slaves came up with to trick the masters into believing they had accepted the term when in actuality it was used for unification and as a sign of endearment.
Obviously philosophies differ:
If your black brotha is comfortable deeming you his brotha I think it'd be empowering for you to reciprocate the love WITH his permission.
This is how I handled it growing up it's all love, and the intention is pure.
My friend makes the joke that everytime I speak the word to him the love and intention makes a former master puke in his grave! 😄
We take power from the old term while progressively empowering the new term to be associated with brother hood on behalf of the brothers judgment.
Again, everyone goes about it a different way.
Me an my buddy like to imagine our ancestors worked together to go Django on the masters.
His ancestors slaves, mine Irish indentured servants.
I just watched the whole video, Stevie, and I just wanted to say I really appreciate your reflections both here and in general. You're a really good person, and I hope you have the best life possible. Much love and respect from Norway.
Imagine the world if we all put down our walls and joined as one! That's when this world will change!!
One Love ✌
I agree with you 100%. We need to stand together as human beings. I watch your videos all the time and love that people like yourself are coming forward to solve this dumb issue that's a problem in our society. Thank you.
You’re a real ass dude! Appreciate your open dialogue and helping to unify us. We’re all gods children that bleed red. That’s what needs to be pushed.
Rest In Paradise, George
Increase the peace
Dont get god and religion involved if ya want peace 😂
God fearing Americans are the most civilized people on earth. That’s why we’re at home while the anarchists burn America and we’re at home praying for god to save them like he saved us
@@tonystreetman8209 i respect that. But religion has caused more deaths than anything. But thats a convosation for another time. Stay safe man.
I respectfully disagree. Thank you for the well wishes, same to you!
@@tonystreetman8209 i dont know if you can disgree. Historic evidence shows religion has started more wars than oil. But i do understand every religion is peaceful until people try to forcefully spread the religion.
You are so right because at the end of the day it still doesn't make us equal and that's what this whole fight is about from the beginning..trying to be treated equal
Everyone needs to stop saying the n word
Facts, my ninja \\m//
OK negga
Agreed
Everybody should realize dat itz just a word
That's just a way black people greet their friends but just because they say it doesn't give the right for you to say it smh
Respect and solidarity from the UK brutha!!! Powerful stuff dude
Just imagine how many of these murders have gone unrecorded throughout history and how many still don’t get seen today.
Exactly. Probably the most positive thing to come from everyone having a phone.
In some countries with dictatorships injustices will forever happen.
Brilliant Statement!
@Vicodyn Tidy Whities??
I totally agree with you! I mean if you live in a culture where the word is used so frequently and its accepted in your group (even if the group is made from mixed races) and nobody gets offended by it, then its ok. But I agree with what you said, its separates people (and it is ok to love your race and your roots and be proud of who you are, as long as you do not treat other races as inferior or other stupid shit like that). People have to stop using the word all the time and people need to stop beeing offended by it. Respect for sharing your thoughts on this.
This is truth, Ima try not gonna say it anymore in my music
👏👏👏👏👏 well said. We dont go around calling each other spic. Either everyone can say something or no one can. I appreciate your honesty & reasoning. I hope your sentiment catches on.
Congrats to you buddy. I don't use the word either myself. After I saw my vanilla brothers and sisters using the word, that was it for me. It is a word of cringe and no matter if it ends in er or a it needs to be put to rest now.
That’s great man. It’s always refreshing to see someone who recognizes we’re all Americans and in this together. This topic is why I hate all the adjectives added in front of the word American. Whether it’s African American Mexican American Asian American, why do we have to have those adjectives that seperate and divide us all from our fellow Americans?
Monahandsome Excellent, I’m Native American: Lakota and Dakota Sioux. I’m NOT. from INDIA, Not Indian. Recognize
I really enjoyed watching your mind work through this. I absolutely agree anything that stops people from seeing each other as people, and being able to unite, needs to be removed. Just like you are confronting within yourself it needs to be a free choice. You are so right. WE need to choose to stand together as Americans and make our country the best that it can be.
Replace the N word with a positive one, "brother".
And then we can all call each other brother, and it's all good from there.
We all say that to each other here in Sweden
I've been following your reactions for only a short time, but I can say that this is the best reaction video yet. You explained the layers behind these situations really well, similarly to how you break down bars, and it gave me a real insight. Spot on.
Again extremely well put man, I really think u should do some-type of podcast your insights are really well thought out. And would love to hear your thoughts on other topics. (Not trying to take away from this topic by any means)
Ha its all good, maybe one day. I'm just glad the message was received well
This is the most rational video on RUclips . The way you break it down really makes you think. My nephew (who is mixed) and i had a conversation about the word a few months ago. Luckily he has always had the mind set to not use the word even though he is black and hangs out with mostly black race. He told me that if half his family isn't allowed to use the word then it isn't right that the other half does
This was a beautiful thought process to watch.
Been a sub for a while. I am a mid 40s white guy. I have many friends from all over the world and experience this frequently. Just wanted to thank you for articulating this and using your platform to look for balance and mutual respect.
Lots of respect for you bro.
One love
I said the N word when I was a teen during my whole I’m hip hop faze....My Grandma heard me one time and she thumped me on the head with a shoe repeatedly....Never said it again. I used it in a hip hop type way,Never with the R at the end. I was raised in a mostly black community,And I love the people and place I came from💜We learn and grow as humans,Well most of us.....Bad apples are still poisoning the progress. BLM💜
Awesome point about your ancestors. There’s a great book called The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. One of the four is to “be impeccable with your word”. It’s OK to let this word go. I imagine the ancestors would approve. Excellent video. Thank you.
Yo react to “I’m not racist” by Joyner Lucas
How has he not?! He definitely needs to react to that
4real that fits perfectly this video and Steve chain of thought
Honestly I feel like everyone has seen that by now but it might be good to revisit it I guess
Well said. You have got me thinking. That is the point of your video, to think about the topic you just spoke on, let it settle, and then share with others. Thank you
Hey man, I'm a 46 year old man. I was taught to never use that word, its very disrespectful, and demeaning. We all just people trying to make a living. I come from the coal mining state of west Virginia. It dont matter if its a trailer park in the sticks or government housing in the city. Poor is poor, it dont know no color. I was raised to treat people like I want to be treated. We all need to come together and realize its all of us against the rich 1% that run this country and world. We all in the same boat. There are good and bad, in all of us no matter the race. Much respect to you and your family sir, stay safe.
You're still stuck in the us vs them thinking though. It's not a good place to be in. I hope one day we could all break from that.
Man, what? The 1% has nothing to to do with this. Get your head out of your ass
@@Lukyan much of what the black community is struggling with is directly related to poverty. school districts with high property taxes have better educational systems which breed more successful graduates, the greater majority of black americans live in poor districts. money rules the world, i'd say Nathan's comment was pretty spot on.
We are standing with you as equals in a fight to end injustice. We do see things differently due to cultural backgrounds but that does not mean we are unable to relate and see how much we have in common instead of only seeing what is different. Here's a thought on what you said about a word that holds so much power over all of us. So as time has passed and in general i feel we have come so far and maybe we think we have come farther then we really have so we use that word as if we were excepted as your equal and not seen as disrespectful. meaning all of us need to put past to rest and make sure we learn and never repeat it. I believe we all have the right to be treated the same as humane beings as equals and with respect.
So, I wondered who was going to be the person to finally wake us all up. It's terrible that it took the senseless death of George Floyd to finally open the eyes of the world. Feelings are raw right now in all races on so many levels. There's not much I can comment on for the use of the n word. I'm a 52 year old white man with no real constructive perspective to add on that word when it becomes a topic of conversation. In my experience it will most certainly lead to misunderstandings. I avoid them at all costs. It's strange in a way because, half my friends that I spend the majority of my time with are black. 30 years worth of time to put my friendships into perspective. It's exactly the way you said. If I were to say don't use the n word, there would be an instant response. I watch a lot of reaction videos and I see the rules for the n word to also be the case in the wrapper world. I hope you don't take to much heat from getting away from the word. Peers can bring us all down. God Bless Steve...
I agree once I had kids and me getting older bout 13 yrs ago growing up 80-90's it was part our dialogue but starting to have white friends I seen how uncomfortable it would make them feel for one of them to eventually having this same convo and I listen to him. I started to think bout my pops born in '37 raised during some real shit and the disrespect i was showing I had to.
Why do I feel as a white man I shouldn’t share this when what you have said seems so positive?
Spread the word my man.
Because you know that this Black man just made your comfort a priority over his own comfort with saying the word.
Because some ignorant people will ridicule you as racist for trying to enlighten them. They'll think you're just trying to control them. But fuck em, did what your heart tells you
My FB friends have mixed political beliefs, so when I share videos to try to do my part and spread knowledge, I still feel like I should only share videos from Tedx or public figures like Trevor Noah or Robin DiAngelo, because I worry about inflicting my family (and more importantly, anyone they might share the videos with) on people who didn't ask for me to share their videos. :(
white men ''feel'' too much. stop being a scared little bitch and act on what you believe.
You've made me reevaluate how much I personally use that word and earned a hell of a lot of respect from me. I found your channel only 3 days ago. Subbed for this and I'll stay for the reactions. Thank you for saying what needed to be said.
"That blood soaked word rappers still use
All it really shows is that we still self abuse
That was the word that was used to kill Kelso Cochrane and Emmett Till
That was the word that the conscience eased
And made people pleased to hung you from trees
That was the word that let the whips crack
No matter what you say you can't take it back"
akala- find no enemy
let me ask you this... During WW2 .. the Germans killed over 10 million Jews... 10 Million... and Israel has forgiven Germany because they know the people now are not the people that did those horrific acts.... you cannot continue to blame people forever for things that happened in the past ....
@@kevinkarbonik2928 Firstly that was not a question. What you say has no relevance to what is going on today, those wars are OVER. You look so dumb saying this. Institutional racism is happening every day/every minute, to the point until now became normalised for police to kill unarmed innocent black people. We are blaming people for what they are doing NOW, so what the hell you on about? If you don't understand.. don't speak on it. IF you care to still speak on it, educate yourself first.
@@leabeauty837 unarmed, yes, innocent, no, he was interacting with police due to a crime he was committing.
@@anthonypassarelli5534 I'm from the UK, but I'm pretty sure it's the same in the US; you are innocent until you have committed crime, are arrested and it is investigated. Then the CPS decide if charges are filed, if so you then go to court both sides argue to a jury. Who then decide if a person is guilty or not, if found guilty only then a person can be deemed not to be innocent. Quite simple really; have you not heard of the term innocent until proven guilty. If you don't understand the above, the latter term is easier to understand. So unless he had any outstanding warrents for his arrest he was an INNOCENT AND UNARMED MAN please educate yourself.
@@leabeauty837 okay, you found a loophole, so technically he was innocent. That doesn't change that he was committing a crime, thus the negative interaction with police.
Your principles and philosophy are very truth centered, and truth can feel painful sometimes, but truth is more important than euphemisms and denial, and I think a deep, passionate monologue based in truth unity and hope just like this will bear the best kind of fruits, vs a very divided and provokingly written promise of vengeance for past injustice. I can tell you'e more than just smart your wise, have love for everyone and want things honest and fair its beautiful but unfortunately rare to see any one of any race this on point. Subscribed!