Redman Says He'd Rather His Kids Buy Weed Than Alcohol

He said liquor may be easier to buy, but it causes people to act wild.

BYErika Marie
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The fight to lift bans on the usage, sale, and possession of marijuana continues. Although there have been great strides in the battle to legalize weed everywhere, there are still people who believe that weed is dangerous—if not on its own, then because it's a "gateway drug" that leads to addictions to stronger substances. It's a thought process that has been embedded in the minds of millions for generations thanks to after-school specials, public service announcements, and organizations like D.A.R.E.

People who advocate for the legalization of marijuana are attempting to share information about its medicinal benefits as well as dispel the rumors and misinformation that has been shoveled to the public. Cannaramic, an online cannabis event, recently shared a clip of Redman giving his opinion about marijuana use. The rapper stated that if he had to choose, he'd rather his children buy weed than alcohol.

"I would rather my kids to go buy a eighth than go buy some liquor and be on the road," he said. "Go buy some liquor and something else happen that...the kind of attention that liquor brings than marijuana. Marijuana don't bring a really kind of loud, kind of ranty or a kind of attitude where you wanna hurt someone. I've never known weed to do that. Liquor, yes, but it's easy to buy," Redman continued. "But what can we do?"


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Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.