In today’s world, enjoying art can be tricky when the artist has a troubled past. Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng faced backlash for deciding to attend a Chris Brown concert, even as she supports ending genderbased violence. Critics called her a hypocrite for enjoying music from someone accused of serious wrongdoings, yet she argued that liking the art doesn’t mean she supports the artist’s actions. This situation sparks important questions about how we balance personal enjoyment with our responsibilities to society, pushing us to think deeply about how we engage with art and the messages it sends.
