Lizzo Claims Social Media Algorithms Are Racist and Fatphobic, Hindering Album Promotion
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Abby Jones
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Summary
Lizzo claims that social media algorithms are "racist and fatphobic," hindering her ability to promote her upcoming album "Bitch." She posted a nearly four-minute TikTok arguing that the music industry is being "destroyed" by platforms that suppress content from marginalized artists. The article covers her criticism of algorithmic bias in content distribution and its impact on music promotion.
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Lizzo says 'racist and fatphobic' algorithm is hurting her album promotion
According to Lizzo, those algorithms are the primary hindrance in her album promotion
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