Director Spike Lee's disappointment in Chrisette Michele's decision to perform at president-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, has prompted him to change his mind about using one of her songs in his new Netflix series, "She's Gotta Have It."
"Good Morning Folks. I Wuz Sorry To Read That "Sistuh Girl" Is Singin' At DT's Inauguration (And To Use His Fav Word-SAD). I Wuz Thinkin' 'bout Using Chrisette's Song- BLACK GIRL MAGIC In My Netflix Series SHE'S GOTTA HAVE IT.... NOT ANYMORE. And Dat's Da Truth, Ruth," Lee captioned an Instagram photo of the singer on Thursday, January 19.
Michele, a Grammy Award-winner, penned an open letter in response to the heavy backlash she's received on social media for accepting the invitation to sing at the inauguration, which takes place on Friday, January 20.
"My heart is broken for our country, for the hopes of our children, for the fights of those who came before us.
I cry at the thought that Black History, American History might be in vain.
This country has had great moments. God has shined His light upon us.
Today, I hope that Great Moments begin in peaceful & progressive conversation. I am willing to be a bridge. I don't mind "These Stones", if they allow me to be a voice for the voiceless.
I am here.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. once said, "Our lives begin to end, the day we become silent about what matters,". I am here, representing you, because this is what matters." - Chrisette Michele
How this affects Michele's career moving forward remains to be seen, but we think her true fans will continue to support her.
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