Because I don’t have a picture and no identifying information on this blog, sometimes people think I’m black. But, if you met me or saw me dance, you might be really surprised to see how white I am. So far the confusion hasn’t been a problem for people who find out and I certainly don’t have issues with people thinking I’m black. But seeing my blog linked to at the Black Bloggers Association made me realize that I need to let people know what’s up, so they don’t think I’m fronting.

I get the impression that some of the things I say just don’t fit people’s images of how white people think and I’m glad to be a counter example to such perspectives, which come from both black and white people. If doing what I do in some small way shows that we don’t have to be stuck in compartments that we inherited through some really bad history, then that alone is a great thing.

Now, I noticed that Margaret Cho’s blog is also included at the Black Bloggers Association, so I’m hoping there might be room for me over there if the folks in charge still find me relevant, but I won’t be offended if I’m removed. And I’m not looking for a pass of any sort. I’ve earned my understanding of the world through a lot of hard work over many years. Which reminds me, I’m old. Really old. I’m a 45 year old white man with two hip hop blogs and, though I do hope to get paid someday, I’m sure not doing it for the spare change I’ve earned to date.

If you have any comments or concerns, please write me at:
prohiphop(at)netweed(dot)com