"We might be workers, but we are not happy go-lucky jungle bunnies"
- Slick Rick
About this Quote
The quote "We may be employees, however we are not happy go-lucky jungle bunnies" by Slick Rick is a commentary on the stereotypes and prejudices that black individuals deal with in the labor force. By describing themselves as "workers," Slick Rick is acknowledging that they have tasks and are contributing members of society. Nevertheless, he likewise points out that they are not the pleasant, carefree individuals that some people depict black people as being. Using the phrase "jungle bunnies" is negative and strengthens negative stereotypes about black people. Overall, Slick Rick is pushing back against these stereotypes and asserting that black individuals can be hardworking and major, similar to anyone else.
This quote is written / told by Slick Rick somewhere between January 14, 1965 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA.
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