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A symbolic representation of cultural appropriation, showing a convergence of diverse cultural elements at a crossroads, with one path illuminated and the other in shadow.
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Cultural appropriation: Redefining debates beyond exploitation.

A song widely celebrated for its artistic merit is simultaneously described by The New York Times as a 'magnificent example of cultural appropriation,' challenging common perceptions of the term.

Theo Ashford·April 28, 2026