Iranian Singer Sentenced for Protest Anthem
Iranian singer Shervin Hajipour sentenced to over three years in prison for his anthem supporting protests over the death of Mahsa Amini. The court found him guilty of 'propaganda against the system' and 'encouraging people to protest.' Hajipour was also ordered to create a song about 'U.S. crimes' and make posts online about them.
Key Points
- Hajipour's anthem 'Baraye' became the anthem of the Mahsa Amini protests.
- Hajipour awarded Grammy's new song for social change special merit award by Jill Biden.
- Over 500 people killed in subsequent security crackdown after protests escalated.
- Calls for Iran's clerical rulers to be overthrown led to arrests and imprisonments of activists and artists.
Pros
- Shervin Hajipour's anthem brought attention to protests over the death of Mahsa Amini.
- The song highlighted calls for freedom and women's rights in Iran.
Cons
- Hajipour sentenced to over three years in prison for 'propaganda against the system' and 'encouraging people to protest.'
- Ordered to create a song about 'U.S. crimes' and make related posts online.