Mere weeks ago, youd never utter the namesTim WalzandChappell Roanin the same sentence.
But we dont live in precedented times.
Yes, that sentence is as hilariously unexpected as it sounds.
How did this happen?
Whats the background here?
And they both embrace their Midwestern roots.
She toldVarietylast yearthat she carries her roots with her through her art.
After releasingPrincessin 2023, Roans star has been rising, first slowly, then meteorically.
Shes developed a huge fan base, and recently drew thelargest crowd everto Lollapalooza in Chicago.
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Theres one more thing that Walz and Roan have in common, and its an important one.
Take a piece of merch Roan sells on her website: a camo hat with orange lettering readingMidwest Princess.
Well, its true.
These guys are just weird.
What happened to make this athing?
Or, lets not let our culture be co-opted by extremism.
At the same time, others began to meme Walz as Roan.
Its only natural; they are two Midwestern Princesses who are blowing up the nation RN.
Soon, the two ideas collided.
People wanted to see Walz in the hat!
And by days end, their prayers were (kind of) answered.
Walz is already wearing one, as is his Gen Z daughter, Hope.
The hat sold outnearly immediately, but dont worry, its nowback.
Has Roan responded to all this?
In a tweet showing the hats debut, the singer said is this real.
Its unclear what Roans feelings are about her hat being co-opted.
Her feelings on the campaign overall are also unclear.
When you do that, thats when Ill come.
She could also just be unpacking this all as well.
Roans recently spoken out about how overwhelming her sudden fame has been, and you know what seems overwhelming?
Having a literal presidential candidate copying your merch!
So, we will see.
Why should I care?
This all may seem silly and inconsequential, but the entire thing is rather remarkable.
No one felt excited, and many felt frustrated that their concerns werent being heard.
Why then, they thought, should they vote for a candidate who doesnt connect with them at all?
Or at least, voters know they are being seen.
What should I tell my friends about this?
If someone asks you about Tim Walz and Chappell Roan, just send them the Midwest Princess meme.
