“They all do the same thing.”

After the release of his new album “Hypersensitive” on September 20, 2024, Gringe comes back in force with a personal and intimate project, where he even allowed himself a feat with Orelsanrecalling the beautiful hours of Breakers Flowters. And that's not all: the artist of 44 ans also prepares a tour throughout France to share his new project on stage!

“As an artist, we have the opportunity to be heard”

But during an interview with Paris Match, Gringe took the time to give his opinion on the situation of French rap Today. Straightforward, he expresses his disappointment with the evolution of the genre. For him, the rap has lost the rebellious and committed spirit that was once its strength. He declares:

“Isn't that the role of a artiste ? Without being the leader of any opinion, we at least have the possibility of being heard. Some people don't dare to take a stand because they're afraid of being taken down.”

Pour Gringewho grew up in the years 1990 lulled by the lyrics of groups very committed as NTM or Ministry AMERthe contrast is striking. At that time, the rap was a tool to denounce, even if it meant being boycotted or censored. He adds:

“All that has been lost. Today, there is no longer any point. rappers they all do the same thing. They are no longer in the discourse but in the lifestyle. In the cult of the individual.”

Strong words from Gringewhich remind us of the importance of commitment toart. His opinion echoes a time when the rap French played a key role in society, pushing artists to express themselves without filters. Today, the observation is bitter: few dare to brave social issues and prefer to promote an image or a lifestyle.