Pop entertainer Gwen Stefani is being accused of cultural appropriation after her collaboration with with dancehall star Sean Paul on the song, Light My Fire.
The single is featured on Sean Paul’s latest album, Scorcha.
The music video for the single, which also features Jamaican singer Shenseea, sees Stefani wearing faux dreadlocks, a Jamaican flag-inspired outfit, and singing to a rocksteady beat.
But several individuals have accused Stefani of appropriating the black culture for popularity.
Others have, however, defended the former No Doubt group member, arguing that Sean Paul himself has praised Stefani for embracing the Jamaican culture.
Despite that controversy, the Light My Fire collab between the two entertainers is receiving much traction overseas.
The two performed the single for the first time on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Wednesday.
The show was guest hosted by actor Anthony Anderson.
Their TV appearance followed the release of the official music video for the lovers’ rock-inspired single, which has been viewed 728,000 times since its release on Wednesday.
Up to Sunday, the single generated nearly 2,000 comments.
The video is reminiscent of a Jamaican retro party, evidenced by the fish nets, lip liner, hoop earrings, and kangol hat attire.
“We had so much fun shooting this video!! So happy it’s finally out,” Stefani wrote on YouTube.
