Chilly Gonzales – F*ck Wagner

Chilly Gonzales, the Canadian maestro known for his eclectic collaborations and unfiltered opinions, delivers “Fck Wagner”, a track that slices into the longstanding debate of separating art from the artist with the precision of a rapier. Channeling his dissatisfaction into a rap format—a departure from his usual piano compositions—Gonzales doesn’t hold back. Targeting Wagner’s controversial legacy head-on, he juxtaposes the composer’s anti-Semitic views with modern controversies, drawing a bold line through historical and contemporary issues in music and culture. With references ranging from Kanye West to R. Kelly, Gonzales navigates the murky waters of artistic genius tainted by personal failings. “Fck Wagner” is more than just a song; it’s a manifesto on the complexity of consuming art in a world where the personal can’t easily be divorced from the professional, making a provocative addition to #BestNewMusic2024 #Week14.