The rap star made comments comparing himself to officers who put their lives on the line, saying, "'I'm just giving of my body on the stage and putting my life at risk, literally... and I think about it. I think about my family and I’m like, wow, this is like being a police officer or something, in war or something."
This lead the lawman to, quite rightly, post a scathing note to the musician.
Already an internet sensation, David Oliver, 45, of Brimfield Police, Ohio has gathered 98,000 followers on the department Facebook page, frequently posting hilarious comments scolding law-breakers.
Officer Oliver addresses the star as if he is not even sure if he is worthy of getting in touch with such an esteemed celebrity but does point out the fact that he seems to be on the same level of stupidity as the other criminals he so often rips online.
Last year he referred to criminals as "stupid, lazy and unlawful mopes." Going on to express his scorn with "If you use a handicapped space and you jump out of the vehicle, all healthy-like, as if someone is dangling free cheeseburgers on a stick, expect people to stare at you and get angry."
Addressing Kanye Oliver wrote:
"I want to thank you for putting your life on the line for all of us every day. I know that being a rapper is tough work. I have tried to rap, and it is very difficult to keep up with the pulse of the rhyme flow," wrote Oliver.
'Most people don't consider... if you rap really fast, without a chance to inhale, you could pass out and hit your head.'
He goes on to suggest that West could be a valuable asset in Afghanistan.
"When the Taliban starts shooting at you, perhaps you could stand up and let the words flow. It could be something like “I’m Kanye West, wearing a flak vest.” I’m sure they would just drop weapons and surrender. You could quite possibly end all wars, just from the enemy being star-struck."
The full letter looks like this - be prepared for some serious giggles, this is one Officer with a sense of comic justice:
Open letter from Police Chief David Oliver to Kanye West
Dear Kanye West,
I am honored to be writing such an important star. I am a mere Internet sensation. I’m not sure I am worthy to address you, although the Huffington Post did say I was “Humorous and Insanely Popular.” I don't pay much attention to those things. Anyway, please excuse my interference in your life for a quick second.
I read your interview and also watched it on video. You said:
“I’m just giving of my body on the stage and putting my life at risk, literally.….and I think about it. I think about my family and I’m like, wow, this is like being a police officer or something, in war or something.”
I want to thank you for putting your life on the line for all of us every day. I know that being a rapper is tough work. I have tried to rap, and it is very difficult to keep up with the pulse of the rhyme flow…although when Ice Ice Baby comes on the radio, I can usually keep up with ol’ Vanilla. Anywho, your job is just some very dangerous work. Most people don't consider... if you rap really fast, without a chance to inhale, you could pass out and hit your head.
That last paragraph was covered in sarcasm. I’m letting you know, just so you do not think I agree with your very ignorant assessment of your career (or any other performer) as it relates to a person in the military or a police officer’s service. You sir, are as misguided as they come. I do have a suggestion for you. Since you are accustomed to danger, from your life as an international rapper, I am strongly encouraging you immediately abandon you career as a super star and join the military. After joining, I would like you to volunteer to be deployed in Afghanistan or one of the numerous other forward locations where our men an women are currently serving. When the Taliban starts shooting at you, perhaps you could stand up and let the words flow. It could be something like “I’m Kanye West, wearing a flak vest.” I’m sure they would just drop weapons and surrender. You could quite possibly end all wars, just from the enemy being star-struck.
Your line of thinking is part of the problem in the world today….which include entertainers thinking they are something more than just entertainers. I know it is supply and demand and the demand for your services is high. I get economics. What I do not get is you EVER comparing what you do for a living to our heroic military members, who are always in harm’s way… and my brother and sister police officers who have to go to work carrying weapons and wearing a bullet-proof vest to protect themselves.
Check yourself, before you wreck yourself….Chief Oliver.
And they say Americans don't get sarcasm. Apparently this one does, as well as having an excellent understanding of the term "owned!"
Let's hope it makes him Harder Better Faster Stronger.
Gemma Clark
