Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., walks to greet two supporters holding a banner that says “Rednecks for Obama” at a campaign stop in Union, Missouri, Wednesday, July 30.
OBAMA DENOUNCES LUDA’S LYRICS
Ludacris, a strong supporter of Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama, has released a new song titled “Politics: Obama Is Here”.
However, Obama, who once said he had Ludacris in heavy rotation on his iPod, is not too happy with him. The song praises Obama, but bitterly attacks Sens. Hillary Rodham Clinton and John McCain. “Hillary hated on you, so that bitch is irrelevant,” say the lyrics. “McCain don’t belong in any chair unless he’s paralyzed.” Luda calls on voters to “paint the White House black” and adds that “Bush is mentally handicapped.”
The Obama campaign issued the following statement:
“As Barack Obama has said many, many times in the past, rap lyrics today too often perpetuate misogyny, materialism, and degrading images that he doesn’t want his daughters or any children exposed to. This song is not only outrageously offensive to Senator Clinton, Reverend Jackson, Senator McCain, and President Bush, it is offensive to all of us who are trying to raise our children with the values we hold dear. While Ludacris is a talented individual he should be ashamed of these lyrics.”
MCCAIN COMPARES OBAMA TO BRITNEY SPEARS
McCain’s presidential campaign on Wednesday released a television ad comparing Obama to Britney Spears and Paris Hilton, suggesting the Democratic contender is little more than a vapid but widely recognized media concoction.
Obama’s campaign quickly responded with a commercial of its own, showing images of the Arizona senator with President George W. Bush and accusing the 71-year-old McCain of practicing “the politics of the past.”
McCain’s ad, titled “Celeb” and set to air in 11 battleground states, inter cuts images of Obama on his trip abroad last week with video of twenty-something pop stars Spears and Hilton _ both better known for their childish off-screen antics.
“He’s the biggest celebrity in the world, but is he ready to lead?” the voiceover asks, noting the Illinois senator’s opposition to offshore oil drilling and suggesting he would raise taxes if elected.
While campaigning in Missouri (photo above), Obama said the ad was the latest example of McCain’s negativity, a theme his campaign has tried to stress lately.
“He doesn’t seem to have anything positive to say about me, does he?” Obama said. “You need to ask John McCain what he’s for, not just what he’s against.”
McCain is desperate!
Oh wow..that’s crazy
Whenever I hear about McCain, he is bashing Obama. When does he ever address any issues?
Ludacris is way outta line…callin Hillary a b1tch ….and saying mccain should only be in a chair if he’s paralyzed…he should know better
>>>>Seriously Luda, did you think your lyrics were gonna HELP Obama?
>>>>Sometimes I feel like these rappers are mentally challenged
>>>>Saying stuff like that causes division and tension
>>>>Be smarter next time.
……. Mc Cain needs to lay down somewhere and shut the f*ck up
Also, I love Luda, but I think celebs have to be careful what messages are put out pertaining to supporting Obama. Too many people are looking for anything possible to negatively attach to him. If not careful, celebs can unintnetionally harm the campaign.
come on luda. are you serious???! not a smart move
smh
damn ,.
*********@4 I agree like I said in the other post people need to think b4 speaking
…… And yeah I gots to go with Obama on this.. I’m all for comical lyrics.. and some of it may be true… but you got to know when to say it.. and now was not a good time.
(1) Alls fair in love, war and politics.
(2) Luda can say whatever he wants because that’s his song and his feelings! IMO, that does nothing to Obama’s character or what he stands for. Just another way to supress black people.
Steve Harvey said it right on his show this morning:
These celebrities need to be careful about how they show there support for Sen. Obama because no matter what their intentions were, the media will take a 20 second soundbite and blow it out of proportion in order to get Sen. Obama to apologize for it and denounce it. The media is always try to run game on us, and we as a community need to be a little bit smarter than that.
*Obama 08* ya’ll. ‘Cause I’m tired of having presidents that are stuck on stupid.
——-> Ludacris, you’re a DAMN idiot. You really showed your support, show
——-> some damn CLASS. You want to make rap songs about Obama, do it
——-> right! Listen to Nas’ “Black President”
——-> McCain’s new approach on the campaigh reeks jealousy, that he’s not getting
——-> the same support as his opponent. You wanna be a “Rock Star” McCain
——-> get out in the public more & interact with your people instead of sitting in
——-> the house pouting, plotting how you’re gonna bad mouth Obama this time.
john Mccain is a G for this commercial….. too effin bad hes gonna lose
Everyone always comes down so hard on Luda!!
But I can’t say I don’t agreed with why Obama doesn’t want to be linked to that
Not a good look
………..I just got done listening to the Luda track and although I agree and feel his
………..frustration there are some things that he could’ve changed. Hillary doesn’t
………..have 2 be considered a bitch. That was going too far IMO and Luda could’ve
………..honestly been more tactful ya know.
………..McCain…Boy Boo! All you have is trying to make Obama seem like a
………..celebrity? McCain shouldn’t be putting himself out there like that. Attacking
………..the “celebrity” status of your opponent makes you seem jealous and insecure
Tactless and stupid are what Ludacris is!!! Bashing politicians like that only provides ammo for the likes of Fox News.
Ludacris should’ve known better! This is another case of keeping it real gone out of control! Everybody and their momma know they are trying to play guilt by association with Obama, so why would Ludacris release a track like that just to become a distraction? I would swear up and down that he was one of the smarter rappers in the game. I still think he is smart…..but this was a DUMB DUMB DUMB DUMB DUMB move!
I think McCain needs to stop whine about how he’s not getting the same attention Obama is getting. Has he ever stop to think that he is not doing it for most voters any more. The same old commercials comparing Obama to Britney and Paris, what in the world!?! He needs to come better than that or just stay home!
No comment on Ludacris :-z!
I agree with #7 & 14, even though you have your own opinions about the situations at hand, you have to be careful. People can do what they want with your ideas, thoughts and even words. So, I would just say be careful.
Ok, can rappers, drug dealers, crackheads, prostitutes, porn stars, inmates, violent criminals, pimps, Bobby Brown and anyone who has a grill in their mouth, please stop publicly endorsing Obama.
You’re really not helping.
I cannot believe McCain has stooped so low! That sad thing for him is that he has now probably eliminated more of the small youth following (HE DIDN’T HAVE) and still hasn’t gained the support of the conservative Republicans (who aren’t exactly lining the streets to vote for him). His attempt comes off like the arroganance and ignorance of George Bush.
Concerning this Ludacris fiasco: Obama took a risk by mentioning that he listened to rap music himself, more so by mentioning a particular artist. Ludacris took a step too far…
NOW LUDA KNOWS BETTER THAN THAT….SEEKING A BIT OF ATTENTION LUDA, NO MATTER AT WHAT COST? THIS IS OBVIOUS ATTEMPT TO GAIN CONTROVERSY…HE KNEW OBAMA COULDN’T STAND BEHIND HIM AND BACK HIM UP IN CALLIN ANY WOMAN A BITCH…I JUST LOST A LITTLE RESPECT FOR LUDA ON THIS ONE…SHOW SOME CLASS. DOES OBAMA LOOK LIKE THE TYPE OF MAN WHO GOES AROUND CALLIN WOMEN BITCHES? DON’T GET ME WRONG, I’M ALMOST POSITIVE HE WAS THINKING HILARY WAS ALL TYPE OF BITCHES WITH THE CRAP SHE PULLED DURING THE PRELIMINARY NOMINATIONS, AND NO DOUBT DURING THE DEBATES, BUT THE MAN GOT CLASS, AND HE WOULD PROBABLY NEVER VOICE IT. LUDA TAKE NOTES, YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE CRASS AND DISRESPECTFUL TO BE CONSIDERED A STRONG BROTHA.
MCCAIN IS AN IDIOT, AND I THINK HE’LL DO ANYTHING TO GET THE CAMERA’S TO SWING IN HIS DIRECTION….PATHETIC IS TOO NICE A WORD FOR HIS ANTICS.
LU
Steve Harvey’s statement was correct, people who support Obama need to be more mindful of what they say publicly. The media is tougher on Obama whenever there’s a negative story to report, while McCain’s many gaffes don’t get nearly as much coverage.
I’m pretty disappointed with Ludacris because I think he’s talented and clever enough to come up with a record that could have shown his support for Obama and encouraged young people to vote, without being disrespectful to anyone for the sake of controversy. Will I Am’s video “Yes We Can” received a lot of attention but it was uplifting, why couldn’t Luda do the same thing?
Dnt ppl like rev wright, jesse, n luda realize how they are damaging his image and campaign, how will we ever get a black president if ppl keep openin thier mouths wivout thinkin of the influence on the greater public, votes from all black ppl in the US jus aint enough!!
>>>>>LUDA IS STR8 BUGGIN…not a good look for either of them.
…….Please somebody tell me what was the point of Ludacris’ stupid ass lyrics /
…….song? Did he think Obama and his camp would here it and be like “yeah, this is
…….just what we need”? This kind of behavior and attitude is exactly why white
…….America is dead set against a person of color running this country. They already
…….think none of us have any sense anyway. IDIOT.
Luda is tripping but so are some of his supporters. A Chicago hip hop radio station took a survey this morning on how many people like Luda’s song about Obama and 93% like the song. Sometimes were can make a good situation worse. I wish everyone who keep a level mind until Obama is elected. That’s if he’s elected because I don’t trust these polls either! You know what i mean?
luda was a fool for what he said, come on now, you know this man is black and under a microscope. why don’t people get that?
Luda, Luda, Luda….What the hell are you doing, man? You know how these racist people think. If any Black person makes a statement that they see as negative, they’re going to find a way to link it to Obama. Think!!!!!
Now as for McSame….like my grandmother used to tell me “a drowning man clutches at straws.” Mcsame is throwing everything at the “Obama Wall” hoping something sticks. Lay off it….Hillary was put to bed and your nap time is coming soon.
whats wrong with mccain?i dont like this man at all?y is he wastin his energy on attackin obama,he is too old and could die any minute
i wish mccain the worst
I wish all these rappers ( Nas, Luda) would shut the fuck up! this is so embarrising; there not helping his campaign at all. Pure ignorance is what it is. Obama doesnt need help in his run for president, hes a smart man, if he wasnt he wouldn’t be where his is right now. LET OBAMA RUN FOR PRESIDENT, PLEASE!!!!!!!!!
Wow that is crazy. Luda and the rest of these people need to just let the man get into the house, they are doing more harm then good. CRAZINESS, do you know he needs white women and the working class whites to win. Having “blacks” like this only makes the idea of placing a black man in the white house more daunting for the undecided “other” voter.
McCain’s adds are a joke and he needs to fire some people over this. Most of the people the ad targets dont give two shits about Brittany and Paris. The age group that does wants Obama anyway. As for Obama’s response, only a true statesman responds with such honor and grace.
Funny things is if Obama was fully white, based on the lackluster b.s. campaign McCain is running he would have the white house wrapped up, but because he is part black its still in the air who will be our president. Sad that the only person Obama is really in this race with is himself but he can overcome all that because his color (not race) does not limit his abilty nor should it be anyone’s reason for not electing him and if it is they deserve the idiot (aka McCain). (i.e see the statements of good ol’s G Dubb in the Washington Post the last few weeks regarding Iraq and the housing crisis, where are those voters now oh yeah preparing to move to the streets because they elected an idiot).
Obama 08, yes we can, yes we will.
Ludacris has every right to say what he wants in his lyrics, but you cant disrespect other people in the song and expect Obama to support that. Thats not what he is about and thats not what he stands for.
As far as Mccain: He is just a bitter old man who is upset that nobody is chanting his name or that crowds in the thousands arent gathering for him.
OBAMA ’08
Sleep McCain; SHHHHHHH!!!! Just Sleep…………………………..
——–Clearly YahBear has not listened to Black President by Nas. His track was
up—uplifting. Luda’s was not. Big difference here
thanks luda for showin’ these crackers how IGNORANT we are! always somebody to mess it up for us! if u support someone, do it with class! obviously u still don’t have none!
@38
I wasn’t talking about “Black President”, i liked the song….I was talking about Nas protesting in front of fox studios because he felt they were being racist towards Obama and blacks. Obama knew he would deal with racism when running for president, and he chooses to ignore it. Like i said before, LET OBAMA RUN FOR PRESIDENT!!!!!!
If RedNecks are supporting Obama then McCain Aint GOT as chance in helllllll…..
Luda – You shoulda known that was going to happen
@23, I agree with you TOTALLY, despite the fact that I’m not totally an Obama supporter!!!!
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I’m sure that many white people are laughing right now at us, as a race. First Sen. Obama’s pastor, then Rev. Jackson, and now Luda. When will we as Black Americans learn to handle ourselves with style and grace instead of allowing ourselves to succumb to the negativity that White America enjoys seeing so much? They split us up by selling, raping, and killing our ancestors, and now in our finest hour they’ve managed to succeed again. For some reason it doesn’t bother me that Sen. McCain’s campaign is based on slanderous and outrageous remarks, but it hurts when people of my own race are accomplices in the assassination of black unity. We’ve come from being imported goods to important people. Please let’s respect ourselves and our race.
I CANT WAIT TILL ALL THIS ELECTION MESS IS OVER, DAMN!
To hell with McCain- the name Cain in the Bible denotes evil anyway!! Now deal with that!!
Luda have lost your mind? we are dealing with a very intelligent man here (Obama), he don’t need you or your lyrics to help him get in the white house and no we are not going
to paint the white house black. Dam it Luda stay in your lane.
NO NO NO Luda; no help at all. he should’ve known those lyrics are disrespectful, out of line, and just tastless.
im with you #14-the media will take what Luda said and try and use it to bash Obama like he had help write it.
WHOOMP WHOMMP. McCain always on some jokes. stop tryin to be a comedian and do your part.
all i want to know is WHY; luda, nas, all the rest of you folks who want to give people like fox and rush limpbraugh a reason to say see i told you so. with nas i can-not understand the correlation of him trotting his ass down to fox news w/ a petition claiming fox is racist. and this same person wanted to come w/ an album called ni33er. then you have THE VIEWS sherrie shepard on nation wide TV talking about blacks using the N-WORD as a term of endearment. there are a lot of civil rights people, dead and in their graves who gave their lives that you could have your ass on the view would beg to differ ms. shepard. term of endearment , you got to be kidding. people who use the N-WORD to me has a low mentality and i question your intellect==== white folks don’t even use that word as blantantly as blacks use it. BLACK FOLKS YOU ARE YOUR OWN WORSE ENEMY. and if you don’t step it up to another level, i’ll chalk it up to a race and this generation lost. because this crap is getting PATHETIC. NOW LAST BUT NOT LEAST —— LUDA had to know them race hat’n folks was going to take that song and run w/ it, WHAT IN THE HELL were you thinking? black folks we are just falling for the republican race baiting ROPE=A=DOPE. now folks who feel they must step out on the race issues are going to be the ones who derail baracks presidental bid. seem like the more i try to get this point across, the more ignorant ya get. its makig me crazy. seems like my fire ant theory is correct. you folks is all over the place. instead of laying back and not diginfying every race baited trap that these jackals throw your way you chose to bite at the bait. CAN’T YA SEE THOUGH THIS TRAP? BARACK is getting it from both sides in the white folks corner. ‘he can’t do nothing right’. now here in the black folks corner who can’t seem to see and can’t wait to get on TV or media to put a race topic of division on BLAST. you need to stop. you can’t make this stuff up. black folks i’am begging you take a chill pill please.
McCain is pulling out all the stops and its just August! I wondering what he’s gonna try to pull by November!
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ffoLuda was definately wrong in so many ways! He is phony because he could have done a positive rap for Obama…similar to what was done with Mary J blige. …on the Runaway song. i remember in his acceptance speech how he talk about putting a positive spin on rap lyrics and doing something for the community. Now he comes out with this negative crap that hurts Obama. It makes him have to explain, yet again, that he does not endorse this foolishness! Luda really is getting too old for this tytype of rap…even if he wants to call it entertainment. how would he feel if someone called his mother the B word. Well Hillary is someone’s mother, and the girl has probably heard the song or at best heard about it, by now. He owes her an apology. If not, he is not a gentleman. This is the wrong kind of entertainment…and i hope America responds by not buying his or his lable’s cd’s. How irresponsible of him!
Hip-Hop is embarassing. I wanna put my hand over my face in shame.
LUDA….PLEASE DON’T HELP! You know everything and everybody associated with Obama is going to be highly scrutinized.
I think Obama got it under control!!!
This was just too much. Sometimes people step out of their surroundings. Everyone does not fit everywhere. He is not a politician and he should stop trying to step in that arena. If Ludacris has any common sense or any sense at all he would have known that maybe I should not realese this song ever.
It is disrespectable to call women bitchess and white people won’t say anything when they assume that they are talking about us women of color, but, now he is about to find out that are actually races out here that respect there women. He is about to run into all kinds of trouble. Did he forget this is a former first lady. He is not ready for that fire. See they think they are so called gangsta but they have not seen gangsta.
luda…i had so much respect for you but now….u’ve just lost it.
Hey Luda….wanna help BHO? Set up a voter registration drive. If you can’t do that, sit down and shut the eff up.
Interestingly enough I don’t think that what Luda says affects Obama one way or the other. As far as denoucing people….well let’s me start by saying I support Obama, but all the denoucing crap? Why do people get to denouce each other? That sound kinda haunty to me. Are these his exact words? I don’t feel any PERSON should say stuff like that, only GOD can denouce…I am just saying……
cALLING Hillary he is pretty much calling all women bitches. Like Hillary or not she is a role model for little girls, young women. We as women are always being put down. But she did something not to many people could do, she came close to becoming the next President. And as a woman I am offended.
OBAMA 08
YES WE CAN!!!
Luda was way off the mark! He is too grown and too old for lyrics like that!
Love the Redneck love!
behind closed doors im sure obama got a chuckle out of that luda song,
23 hilarious,,