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It can't be racist bc they had that one black guy in it.

Hey M. Rae DeVan, thanks for your thoughtful comment and I apologize for the delayed response. I can understand that you felt some discomfort watching a "hip hop" film featuring mostly people with white skin in a theater of people with mostly white skin and I appreciate that this turned into a bigger conversation for you. While it can be uncomfortable to face the fact that our outdoor culture is predominantly made up of "privileged white people," this is the reality and a number of people are putting in valiant effort to change that and help the adventure world to feel more inclusive. I had a vision for this film to be cutting edge in that respect, to represent a greater scale of diversity, but it proved to be quite challenging to get anyone to volunteer to dance the wiggle dance for hours on a cold day, let alone a group with a broad range of skin color diversity. (I am happy to say that there is still a wide range of cultural diversity represented in the film). I'm sorry that you and your friends interpreted some aspects of the film as "mockery" or "poking fun" at hip hop culture, as this was not the intention. My relationship with hip hop culture roots in my love of beatboxing and freestyle circles and the philosophy of authentic self expression and progressive creativity that I see come out from the hundreds of freestyle circles I have been part of over the years. Hip hop is evolving, our outdoor culture is evolving and we are evolving as individuals, nothing stays the same (hopefully). While hip hop culture did originate through people of color, this does not mean that hip hop must stay in this place. I was intentional about calling awareness to the roots of hip hop culture in the lyrics "Art outsmarted entropy and the darkness of hearts played a part in destiny staking claim on the legacy of hip hop's name" -- This is in reference to gang violence in the Bronx being transformed into dance battles (art/creative expression taking the place of chaos and destruction) and it being the destiny of hip hop to continue to provide spaces for people to feel that they can be themselves, whatever that look likes. "Now our voices mix and join in formless chorus, rhythmic lore" -- i.e. now, regardless of where we come from, if we feel that music/rhythm moves through us, we can come together and create something new. Hip hop along with a lot of music and creative culture is built upon borrowed ideas, samples, etc. and while it might feel icky that so often white people are borrowing from the creations of people of color, this is part of how art progresses and always has and I'm sorry if it feels like it represents negative aspects of cultural appropriation. This film was a dream project for myself, to channel the inspiration I gain from rock climbing and wild outdoor spaces into my love of beatboxing and wordplay in community collaboration, providing a space for other people (mostly women) in this outdoor culture to share talents and expression together. It was an extremely low budget film made mostly through volunteer hours with folks who connected to the idea and message. Henna and I plan to continue making creative rap music video adventure films together and we are very open to further discussion about how to make films that feel more inclusive and less offensive as our aim is obviously not to be racist, but rather to create something that feels true to us. It is understandable that you are being extra sensitive to these ideas in a time when our outdoor culture is hyperfocused on diversity and it's easier to pinpoint how things lack diversity than how they include it. Sometimes, though, I think it's important to let the down the defense and just enjoy what some passionate people have created. I hope this clarifies some of your concerns and I am open to discussing more. :)

@@beccadroz1 wow (i’m not the same person you were talking to), i really appreciate your explanation. i don’t think you were trying to make fun/etc. of the hip hop culture! you are so nice and kind and just ya know, have that amazing spirit :). i saw you and floyd on the amazing race and ever since i’ve loved you guys for your optimism and pure kindness 💕 if you see this, i just wanna say thank you for spreading your happiness and optimism, so many people enjoy it. i hope you and floyd are doing well!! stay safe :) - abby💕

@@beccadroz1 I just randomly found this video and can say as a black person “you’re good” lol this was a very nice video and it was fun and cute. I thought it showed appreciation for hip hop AND nature. This person although completely entitled to their own opinion/interpretation is just looking at it too deep lol. I also appreciate your comment replying to them so thoughtfully. Hope you are keeping the same positive energy in the in your day to day life currently .

@@abby.f Just seeing this, thanks for the kindness and love Abby! Hope you are well!

Haha much appreciated, Hendrik! If you happen to know of any companies that might want to sponsor us to make another one, let me know ;)

Thanks Tal! :)

Hi Giselle! I remember you! :) You found Hip Hop Gone Wild!

Thanks for the love <3