Dave has a vision for a “Peace Dream,” and that involves hope for the people of Palestine, Congo, and the Sudan.
The UK native took to Twitter on Tuesday (December 19) to reveal that his latest track, “Peace Dream,” was designed to raise money for the victims of genocides currently taking place in those three countries. Through the support of his fans, he was successful in raising more than $600,000 USD towards the cause.
“We raised close to £500,000 factoring everything in last Sunday for the charities in Palestine Congo and Sudan,” he wrote about the project. “Massive love to all. Thanks for playing a part and allowing me to play my part also. Will keep you updated on the journey the donations take to those in need.”
Take a listen to the track below.
Dave is not the only rapper who has spoken up on behalf of the oppressed in Palestine.
Last month, Macklemore took to the stage at a pro-Palestine demonstration in Washington, D.C., on November 4, the “Can’t Hold Us” rapper spoke passionately about Israel’s ongoing attack on Gaza, which has killed over 9,700 Palestinians and displaced 70% of the region’s population.
Israel’s effort was in response to attacks by militant group Hamas on October 7, which killed about 1,400 Israelis and resulted in the taking of around 240 hostages.
“First and foremost, this is absolutely beautiful to observe today,” Macklemore began. “I didn’t expect to be on a microphone. There are thousands of people here more qualified to speak on the issue of a free Palestine than myself.”
He continued: “But I will say this. They told me to be quiet. They told me to do my research, to go back, that it’s too complex to say something, right? To be silent in this moment. In the last three weeks I’ve gone back and I’ve done some research … I’m teachable. I don’t know enough. But I know enough that this is a genocide.”
The “Thrift Shop” rapper previously issued a long statement on Instagram on…
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