As news breaks of President Joe Biden's anticipated pardon for his son Hunter Biden, Americans are left scratching their heads at the glaring double standards in how justice is applied. The pardon underscores a growing divide between the elites and the rest of us—a theme captured brilliantly in Hunter Got High, a bold collaboration between Afroman and Baste Records.
Released as a satirical yet biting commentary, Hunter Got High dives into the glaring hypocrisy of a justice system that seems lenient toward the privileged while relentlessly pursuing others. Afroman, who famously faced a shocking raid on his Ohio home in 2022, has been vocal about the disparity. His experience stands in stark contrast to Hunter Biden’s—where one faces punishment and the other enjoys protection.
Baste Records, known for amplifying artists from the conservative counterculture, backed this track to shed light on these injustices. The song’s clever lyrics and infectious rhythm tell the story of Hunter Biden’s escapades while pointing out the double standard in how the powerful avoid accountability.
President Biden’s decision to pardon his son highlights the very issues the song critiques. While Hunter’s questionable actions, from tax evasion to shady foreign dealings, seem to end in forgiveness, Afroman was met with a raid for far less. It’s a stark reminder of how lawfare can target those outside the elite bubble.
The song’s chorus humorously mirrors Afroman's iconic Because I Got High, but this time with a serious undertone—mocking the privilege that shields some while others pay the price.
Watch the video for Hunter Got High here and join the conversation about justice, hypocrisy, and accountability in America.
