Maluma announced his participation in the Qatar 2022 Soccer World Cup, criticism of him on social networks has not stopped.
This confirmation comes after other artists such as Dua Lipa and Shakira refused to be in the sports fair due to accusations of Human Rights violations. that there is in the country, so now that the Colombian has confirmed that he will be part of the event, it has generated controversy.
A few days ago, the interpreter of “Happy the 4” indicated on his social networks that he will be part of the Qatar 2022 Fan Event, which will take place this Saturday, prior to the opening event, which will begin with the local team match. against Ecuador.
“Colombia does go to the World Cup. We are going to sing at the Fan Event, the official song of the FIFA World Cup. See you Qatar. Long live the football party!”he wrote to accompany some photos where he is seen getting on a plane in the direction of the Arab country.
The Colombian revealed that he will also be part of the official song of Qatar 22, along with internationally renowned performers Nicki Minaj and the Lebanese Myriam Fares. According to what the American rapper published on her Instagram account, the theme will be “Tukoh Taka”.
“The song will make history as the first FIFA World Cup song with lyrics in English, Spanish and Arabic. This transcontinental collaboration features a high-powered synergy between Minaj, Maluma and Fares, who sing and rap about uniting fans around the world and celebrating together.”indicated the soccer federation.
Although Maluma received several signs of support, there were more negative comments in this regard, since many turned against him due to the controversial laws that are governed by Islam.
“Well, it’s a shame that you contribute to publicizing a country where human rights are not respected.” “What a party or anything! That World Cup has been a complete violation of human rights” “Unfortunate decision. It’s not like an artist”are some of the comments that can be read on social networks such as Instagram and Twitter, to name a few.
According to many Western fans, the nation does not respect Human Rights, including those of women and the LGBTIQ+ communities.
For this reason, some netizens claim that Maluma participated because he only cares about money and has no social conscience: “Well, it’s a shame that you contribute to publicizing a country where human rights are not respected”, “definitely for artists, money is money”, “unfortunate decision” and “cancelled”, are other of the messages that have circulated on digital platforms.
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