Rapper Chuck D has called for an end to the use of his song “Burn Hollywood Burn” in social media posts about the California wildfires.
In a recent Instagram post, he emphasized that the song's themes do not relate to the tragic losses from natural disasters.
He remarked that the track, a protest anthem with roots in the Watts rebellion, addresses issues of social injustice rather than current wildfire events.
The Los Angeles wildfires have caused significant destruction, leading to numerous fatalities and extensive damage across the region.
“Burn Hollywood Burn” is featured on Public Enemy’s 1990 album Fear of a Black Planet and highlights the group's message against industry exploitation.