Toby Turner, known online as Tobuscus, has sparked widespread attention with a new video reacting to Ye’s (fka Kanye West) latest track, “Heil Hitler.” The song, part of Ye's upcoming album Cuck, has been widely condemned for its overt antisemitic content. Mr. Turner's video, posted on X (formerly Twitter), shows him attempting to cover the song but stopping abruptly, visibly uncomfortable with the explicit lyrics.
In the video, Mr. Turner begins to play the song but quickly is unable to sing along because of the explicit nature of the lyrics. His reaction has been interpreted by many as a satirical take on the song's offensive content. The clip has gone viral, with viewers praising Turner for highlighting the problematic nature of the track.
Ye's “Heil Hitler” has been removed from major streaming platforms and has faced backlash from various communities and public figures. The song includes lines like “All my [expletive] Nazis, [expletive], heil Hitler,” and ends with a sample from an Adolf Hitler speech. The track has been criticized for promoting hate speech and glorifying Nazi ideology.
Mr. Turner, a talented and successful Youtuber, has had a career marked by both popularity and controversy. His recent video adds to the ongoing discourse surrounding Ye's recent works and their impact on public discourse.
As debates continue over the boundaries of artistic expression and the responsibilities of public figures, Turner's reaction video serves as a poignant commentary on the current cultural climate.
