The rapper Freeway stated his
career with Roc-a-fella Records over decade an ago. In 2003, he released his
debut album “Philadelphia Freeway” it landed at number 5 on the Billboard 200
and since then has sold 542,000 copies. In late of 2007 Freeway decided to part
ways with his former boss Jay-Z and Roc-a-fella. He decided to part ways due contract
disagreement and lack of support with his last album.
In recent article Freeway
explained how he is able to balance his religion and making music. Freeway
mentioned he is a Muslim and it’s a difference of opinion if music is haraam.
Haraam according to the rapper it means something that is not lawful. The
majority of all Muslim scholars believe that music is haraam. Freeway had very
difficult time coming to grips with still being a rapper and being a good
Muslim. After taking time off and leaving the rap scene he made the decision to
keep making music.
I feel when you a have
serious passion to pursue your dreams no matter what go for it. The main thing people don’t understand about
music industry it hard to make money when you are new artist. Therefore,
Freeway made the choice to continue because this how he provides for his
family. Every religion has some sort of rules and guidelines. But I feel
Freeway thought about how he could take care of family. I agree with Freeway
with his points to making your own decisions. Lastly, I feel religion can
separate people from all different types of ethic backgrounds. But many times
society criticize rappers for violent harsh music lyrics. The best way for
Freeway fans to know him is by telling the truth even if its breaking
Haraam.
This is an interesting post on an extremely touchy situation. In regards to the artist decision, I agree with the choice. I don't think that God would be as upset with a believer for making music which is considered unlawful over the same believer committing an unlawful act such as murder in the name of God. For those that have lived as a Muslim or even studied Islam the daily calls to prayer could be considered music. The Psalms of the Prophet David are also musically inclined so with all things considered I would say that he made the right choice.
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ReplyDeleteThis post is something that I have been an issue I have been questioning within myself. You always want to do what is right for yourself, your family, as well as your beliefs. I think Freeway has the right idea that sometimes you have to do whatever you feel is right in your heart. You want to follow your passions and your dreams and know that it will all work out in the end. He is definitely an inspiration for anyone that is going through this same battle.
ReplyDeleteI agree with comment totally but do feel that everybody put on this earth for a reason. I think you go with your heart and passion and everything else will fall in place.
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