I just came across this brilliant article from MadonnaTribe and I wanted to share it with you guys. It was written in 2008 after Madonna got the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction.
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I agree with the writer's perspective and feel it still applies today. For example, the Prince tribute at the BBMAs. Not only did people criticize the performance itself, but they were pissed that she was even chosen! I don't think she would've gotten attacked for that the way she did if she were a black artist. Not to mention the fact that BET would've kept their traps shut. I also think certain people in the industry and certain people in the public would respect her more as well.