Armon Wiggins gained notoriety on social media after describing South African artist Tyla as an 'uppity African,' reflecting a deeper cultural tension between African Americans and Africans. Wiggins, alongside Joe Budden, criticized Tyla's perceived detachment from American culture, using the term 'uppity'—historically charged with racial implications. The article discusses how 'uppity' has been used as a derogatory term against assertive Black individuals, particularly during civil rights movements, underscoring a troubling dynamic of envy and contempt within racial discussions.
American YouTuber Armon Wiggins sparked controversy by labeling South African artist Tyla as an 'uppity African,' a term that carries a racially charged history.
The term 'uppity' historically served as a pejorative against Black individuals striving for social mobility, reflecting a resentment against their aspirations.
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