The Map Magazine

Taio Cruz has publically criticized the utilization of the term ‘urban ‘ to explain music. The star took to Twitter to vent his frustrations about the subject. The ‘Break Your Heart ‘ hit maker tweeted his fury towards the usage of the term.

Cruz wrote: “What does “Urban” actually mean? Im thinking “urban” is PC talk for “Black” - Highly annoying!! I’d like it if folks just had the courage to point out black! I’d simply like folks to CallItWhatItIs. I cant stand the lazy branding for any music black youngsters make as Urban! Highly Annoying! “if only folk would class u by your creations & not on face worth; and judge u by your actions & not on skin color.

This goes for everybody! Anyhow im just venting disappointment. Im sure a few people are disgusted but they can kiss my buttcheeks! I just like folk to keepitreal. Taio Cruz - Black producer who makes hip-hop, rnb, dance, and pop. Urban isn’t a genre of music.” It is generally accepted that ‘urban ‘ usually alludes to describe music and culture that has black origin for instance hiphop, RB, soul and more.

What do you suspect? Do you suspect Taio Cruz is being over-sensitive or do you believe that he has a point and that there are too many generalisations?

Check our photos of Taio Cruz performing at this season’s TMF Awards held at Volkspark in Holland…