Majk Spirit spoke about the war in Ukraine: "It's a completely stupid conflict where brothers and sisters are against each other"
Majk Spirit (Michal Dušička) with his wife Maria Dušička were among this year's guests at the opening of the Mercedes-Benz Prague Fashion Week. Maria is from Ukraine, and that evening also saw Ukrainian designer Litovska, who after her show called for a minute of silence for Ukraine. This poignant moment was perhaps even more intense for the couple than for the other attendees. In an interview, they openly describe not only their view of the war conflict, but also the current situation in Slovakia.
What does fashion mean to you?
For me as a rapper, definitely a lot. Wide pants and jeans overall have gone full circle in the time I've been with Majk. From baggy jeans, through skinny jeans, and back to baggy jeans. A lot of other fashion trends have also made many full circles. I've always followed what's happening and wanted to be a part of it and have that style. At the same time, I like timeless classics and I don't really go crazy about what's currently in fashion. I think, in recent years, especially my wife has had a good influence on my fashion.
When you mentioned your wife, she is from Ukraine. How do you perceive the situation in Ukraine?
It's sad. It's a matter that I hope will end soon and that will be forgotten, but at the same time never forgotten, you know what I mean. That the beautiful country, culture and lives of people would stop being destroyed, but at the same time, we would forget that lesson and war would never return to Europe.
Do you think that Donald Trump could interfere with it in any way?
I think he tried. I don't follow politics that much, so I don't want to comment too much on that, because it will only ruin your vibe and reputation. However, I think he made some effort to end or establish some kind of peace, but I think it's not that simple.
At the same time, I think it's a completely stupid conflict, where brothers and sisters of the same race, Slavs, are against each other.
For me, it's incomprehensible. I understand the conflict in Israel, in the Middle East, where they are distinctly different cultures and ethnic groups. It's also nonsense, but at least it can be understood. The conflict in Ukraine is a complete mystery to me, how something like this could happen.
Currently, you are living in Prague. How do you like it here?
Perfectly. Prague is wonderful. It welcomed us with open arms. We've been here for almost two years and we are really doing well. I don't think we will ever leave.
What do you think about Robert Fico?
What do I know, I'm not interested at all, like all other politicians. I try to focus my attention on things that I have under control, that I can somehow influence. The rest of the world is indifferent to me.
And what do you currently have under control?
My personal attitude. My opinion. The way I look at things, and what I allow the situations in the world to do with my mood and my mindset. I prefer to use my energy on things I can influence and can help with. I can't help with Fico in any way.
Are you currently recording a podcast, can we expect new music from you?
This year I've already released five new songs because I said to myself that people shouldn't think that since I've now become a podcaster, I've given up on my music. So this year, I'm fully running two careers at once. Every month I release a new song and at the same time, I release a new show every week. It's a bit of a fast pace, but I'm happy that it works, that it gets good feedback, and that it is growing. The same goes for the music. I have a wonderfully busy summer ahead, where I plan about 40 concerts and it's my twentieth concert season. It’s a little miracle that I'm still relevant, and that I can still draw people to the festivals and the clubs. It's a blessing and I'm really enjoying it. I am grateful for that and I continue to work on myself, I do not take it for granted. Life is good!
Source: author's text, own questioning
