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Carlos Santana Faces Backlash Over Gender Identity Comments

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By Web Desk Published August 25, 2023 2 Min Read
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Carlos Santana, renowned for his mesmerizing guitar harmonies, has recently stirred the waters with contentious statements about gender identity during a performance in Atlantic City, New Jersey. His unexpected remarks, which supported comedian Dave Chappelle—known for his controversial comments on the subject—have divided many fans.

Santana’s Surprising On-Stage Rhetoric

At the heart of the Atlantic City performance was Santana’s unscheduled monologue expressing his views on gender identity. Caught on video, he voiced, “We’re defined before birth, knowing our core identity. But as we grow, external influences might skew this perception. Yet, at the core, a woman remains a woman, and a man remains a man. What one chooses privately is their affair, which I respect.” He aligned himself with Dave Chappelle, saying, “I stand by my brother Dave.”

Dave Chappelle has previously faced significant criticism and protests for his comedic approach, especially his Netflix special “The Closer,” which many deemed offensive towards the transgender community.

Based Carlos Santana:

"When God made you and me, before we came out of the womb, you know who you are and what you are. A woman is a woman and a man is a man.” pic.twitter.com/B9IHgluows

— Citizen Free Press (@CitizenFreePres) August 24, 2023

Mixed Reactions From Concert Attendees

The audience’s reception to Santana’s discourse was a mixture of approval and discomfort. An account shared on Reddit by an audience member labelled the speech as “lengthy and troubling”, suggesting it lasted an uncomfortable 15 minutes. This post also highlighted varied reactions, from some attendees’ unease to others shouting words of agreement throughout.

Carlos Santana’s stance finds parallels in the classic rock sphere. Celebrated musicians like Paul Stanley from KISS, Twisted Sister’s Dee Snider, and Alice Cooper have also recently been scrutinised for their polarizing opinions on transgender topics.

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