Hozier Takes to Twitter to Support the Fight for Justice for George Floyd
After George Floyd’s death, Irish musician Hozier expressed feelings of solidarity and support for the movement for justice.
Hozier has long used his art to support social causes. His 2018 song featuring Mavis Staples, “Nina Cried Power,” honors political activism and celebrates musicians who challenge systemic injustice. His debut album Hozier also explores rape culture and LGBTQ rights.
On Monday, May 25, George Floyd died while he was detained and pinned to the ground by the police. A viral video of the incident sparked protests across the United States and even around the world. Two days later, Hozier tweeted his condolences for Floyd’s family and praised the work of the protesters.
My heart breaks for the family and loved ones of George Floyd. Feelings of admiration and solidarity toward those protesting the brutality and anti-black racism that led to his death and the deaths of countless others. Love and respect from Ireland. Beidh an bua agaibh 🖤
— Hozier (@Hozier) May 27, 2020
In the following week, Hozier has continued to show his support on Twitter. He shared links to different activist groups seeking donations, including the Minnesota Freedom Fund and Black Lives Matter. He also urged followers to send money to bail funds around the US.
The restraint and patience protestors and members of the black community are showing in the face of what we’re seeing is remarkable. I encourage anyone who can donate to bail funds or towards ending state sanctioned murder and violence to do so. Links below #BlackLivesMatter
— Hozier (@Hozier) May 31, 2020
Hozier also took a moment to reflect on what racial injustice in the United States means for the people of Ireland. In a screenshot message, he asked his fellow Irish citizens to find empathy and remember the brutality they once “faced at the hands of an imperial machine.”
With love, genuinely. pic.twitter.com/Y7IEY7O409
— Hozier (@Hozier) June 1, 2020
Although some followers say he arrived a bit late to the conversation, Hozier seeks the end of injustice wherever it’s found, from Ireland to the United States and around the world. We hope that he continues to reflect, support, and take action in the fight against racism.
