Is koffee gay
Mixed Signals: Jamaicans React To Koffee’s Recital In Sam Smith’s ‘Gimme’ Video
Homophobia has long been an issue in the entertainment industry, and Jamaica is no exception. The roots of homophobia in Jamaica may be traced back to the country&#;s history of British colonialism, which brought with it conservative Christian values and attitudes toward homosexuality.
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In the business industry, this has resulted in a culture of dread and discrimination for those who distinguish as LGBTQ+. Many performers and industry professionals have reported being bullied because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
This culture of discrimination has also had a chilling effect on the content of Jamaican entertainment. Many artistes and creators censor themselves, avoiding any content that might be seen as &#;too gay&#; or &#;too controversial.&#;
Recently, Koffee, the Grammy nominated kid from Jamaica who just achieved a major milestone in her career with her collaboration with British pop star Sam Smith was met with backlash and criticism from some members of
‘Koffee is not a lesbian’: Macka Diamond says reggae artiste dresses masculine to ward off sexual predators in music industry
Dancehall artiste Macka Diamond says she does not believe that reggae artiste Koffee is a woman-loving woman, simply because she dresses like a man.
According to Macka, the year-old dresses the way she does to ward off sexual predators who are plaguing females within the song industry.
“Mi know why Koffee dress da way deh. She just want fi look like one a di man dem, she just don’t want to be harassed,” the industry veteran said.
Koffee’s sexuality has been the subject of much speculation since her debut. The Grammy-winning artiste has never publicly addressed the rumours of her allegedly being a closeted lesbian.
Since Koffee has never publicly confirmed or denied the speculation, Macka used the opportunity to give some perspective to persons who have labelled the reggae star a lesbian simply because of her appearance.
According to Macka, rape culture is prevalent in the music business and it is very common for women and girls to be
What’s the obsession with Koffee’s sexuality? Artiste urged to ignore the critics
The
obsession with Koffee&#;s sexuality continues to tailgate the growing career of
the year-old since the release of her breakout hit, Toast.
users hold reignited the conversation of whether the entertainer is homosexual
or not, a mere nine months after trying to confirm the singer&#;s sexual
preference through lengthy (some demeaning) Twitter threads.
But
when all is said and done, does her sexuality matter? Does it affect the bomb
music she is gifting the world?
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University professor in culture, gender and sexuality, Donna Hope, thinks not. Speaking to BUZZ, Expectation advised Koffee to retain her sexuality private.
“She&#;s not to respond. She&#;s to focus on her music,” she said. “Muma Spice is a bad miss, she&#;ll cuss anybody who says anything bad about her on social media, but Muma Spice is hardcore dancehall. Koffee shouldn&#;t tread into those waters. Let the public
Woman denies being in relationship with dancehall star, Koffee
A scandal is brewing in Jamaica, after a young woman denied she is in a relationship with dancehall sensation Koffee (pictured right).
Koffee has never confirmed or denied her sexuality (at least not publicly).
The young woman, named Terri, posed for a photograph with Koffee at a popular Jamaican restaurant. The photo went viral after fans questioned if she is in a relationship with the lean, muscular rapper.
Some Jamaican blogs rudely referred to the pair as &#;Koffee and Creamer.&#;
However, Terri took to social media to deny a relationship. &#;I&#;m not her woman or nothing fancy that. I’m just a fan who took a pic zemii.&#;
She stated many fans took photos with Koffee that day, but hers is the only one that went viral.
&#;yea a lot of us took pictures with her the day we saw her at Sharkies but only mine seem to be sharing all over social media.&#;
The dancehall musician tried to convince a woman named &#;Fancy&#; to combine her in lockdown in her song of the same title. Many assumed Terri was Think of .