Singer Pink responded to criticism after resharing a post that condemned Macklemore for his comments about Palestine during a recent concert performance.

Pink issued a statement on social media following backlash for resharing an Instagram post that criticized Macklemore’s recent performance at MetLife Stadium. During the concert, Macklemore wore a kaffiyeh and called for a "Free Palestine," a speech that prompted some audience members to walk out and led to calls for his removal from the tour. Pink’s repost of a critique from the StopAntisemitism account sparked further controversy, leading her to clarify her position on Friday.

Pink’s Response to the Controversy

In her statement, Pink clarified that she did not write the words in the post she shared and acknowledged that her initial reaction to the criticism involved posting "snarky memes." She emphasized her identity as a Jewish person and stated that she has never spoken on behalf of any government. Pink expressed her belief that Hamas is a terrorist organization while also stating that Palestinians deserve a future that honors their humanity. She noted that her concern regarding Macklemore’s performance stemmed from her feeling that his comments were directed at Jewish audience members in a way that she found frightening.

Macklemore’s Stance

Following the controversy, Macklemore reposted his speech from the concert. In the video, he stated that his criticism of Israel and apartheid is not a criticism of Jewish people. He reiterated his call for peace and stated that his message advocates for the dignity, respect, and equality of all human beings, including those in Lebanon, Cuba, Congo, Sudan, and those in the U.S. living in fear of ICE.