"Buy Art Not Syrup" serves as a tribute to pop culture while also reflecting on the societal impact of big pharma. In recent years, the rampant usage of opioids like codeine and Percocet within the black community has highlighted a disturbing trend of systemic oppression. Influential figures in hip-hop, including Lil Wayne, Moneybagg Yo, Future, and Juice WRLD, have glamorized drug culture through their music, perpetuating a narrative of escapism and self-destruction.This phenomenon parallels the crack-cocaine epidemic of the 1980s, with opioids now serving as a modern-day form of societal escapism. "Buy Art Not Syrup" seeks to shed light on this crisis through a combination of vibrant colors, figurative drawings, and exaggerated depictions of the human body. By presenting a visually compelling message, the project aims to spark dialogue and awareness around these pressing issues. Furthermore, the project challenges the status quo by suggesting that art can serve as a powerful vehicle for positive change in the face of adversity. By capitalizing on the cultural currency of topics like sex and drugs, "Buy Art Not Syrup" aims to subvert expectations and deliver a message of hope and empowerment.

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