Papoose speaks out about his backing of Assembly Bill A127.

Recently, Brooklyn-born rapper Papoose made an appearance at a crucial hearing held at the New York State Capitol. The purpose of this hearing was to discuss the support for Assembly Bill A127, which aimed to prevent prosecutors from using an artist's "creative or artistic expression" against them in criminal cases.

Papoose took to social media to share clips of himself addressing politicians and expressing his views on the proposed bill. He highlighted the fact that hip-hop has been a means for many rappers to escape their difficult circumstances and make a successful career for themselves, instead of becoming victims of the struggles they face on a daily basis. He wanted the elected officials to understand that using an artist's lyrics as evidence in a court case was unjust.

"I had the opportunity to visit the capital today and advocate for an important cause. I referenced my song 'Law Library' to make my point. The music industry in New York greatly contributes to the economy and culture of the state. With over 202,000 jobs created and a significant $19 billion contribution to the state's GDP, music plays a crucial role in the prosperity of New York."

Papoose also mentioned that the bill, introduced by Assemblywoman Cruz and other lawmakers, would protect recording artists from facing consequences for expressing themselves through their music. A similar bill, Senate Bill S1738, was already passed on March 27.

He further explained that studies have shown that prosecutors primarily use this tactic against hip-hop artists. "Researchers and legal scholars have observed that this practice is mostly used against hip-hop and rap artists. Even though the legislation is not limited to a specific genre, we cannot ignore the negative impact it has on Black and Brown artists who use their craft to express themselves. AB127 aims to establish clear legal guidelines on the admissibility of lyrics as evidence, in order to prevent the unfair use of creative expression for prosecutorial purposes."

This tactic of using artists' lyrics against them has been brought up in recent cases, including the RICO case against Atlanta rapper Young Thug. Papoose's presence at the hearing shed light on this issue and emphasized the need for a change in the system.

In conclusion, Papoose's efforts to advocate for the passing of Assembly Bill A127 showcased the power and impact of hip-hop in New York. It is crucial for artists to have the freedom to express themselves through their music without the fear of facing consequences in the legal system.

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