I tried to tell you that

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Why it worked

The video leverages a controversial and revisionist historical claim about a widely recognized figure, Beethoven, to generate engagement through shock value and a sense of uncovering hidden truths. The direct and confrontational tone, combined with visual comparisons, likely fueled discussion and shares.

Summary

The video claims that Ludwig van Beethoven was a Black man, challenging the historical narrative and suggesting his true heritage was hidden. It contrasts common depictions of Beethoven with an image presented as his actual appearance, emphasizing his African descent and musical talent.

Structure

1Claiming history is rewritten
2Stating Beethoven was a Black man
3Explaining how his heritage was hidden
4Contrasting perceived vs. actual appearance
5Connecting Black heritage to rhythm and timing
6Asserting Beethoven's music is proof

On-screen text

BEETHOVEN, THE MOST FAMOUS CLASSICAL MUSICIAN OF ALL TIME, WAS... A BLACK MAN! What ppl think he looks like: BLACKHISTORY.COM Beethoven, the Most Famous Classical Musician of All Time, Was... a Black Man!

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Transcript

I tried to tell you that history has been completely rewritten which makes it a lie and you didn't believe me. But when I say I got your ass. Oh, I've got your ass. Beethoven the most famous classical musician of all time was a black man. Ah, you son of a bitch. Ludwig van Beethoven was of African descent, and the truth of his ethnic origins was covered up through a mixture of white powder worn on his face when out in public, the use of body doubles for portraits, and "euro-centric" historians, hiding the truth of his genetic heritage. Jun 9, 2023. Oh, we got your ass now. So this is what people think he looks like. But in reality, he really looks like. Now people, I understand he is black as me, but for that time period, trust me mate, enough what you know about Ludwig, my bredda, you have to understand this. Black people, they've always been good with rhythm and timing. So I'm not surprised that it was a black man that made all of these melodies. See this tune here that I'm always bumping, Beethoven made this. So history is a lie. You better believe it.