"Most powerful art is usually misunderstood" - Beyoncé Addresses "Formation" Critics

Tensions may seem to have tamed over the last month, but let's be clear: Beyonce's "Formation" video and the subsequent Super Bowl 50 performance may be this decade's most polarizing one-two punch of art that mirrors life yet. And while the whole damn world seems to think they can speak for Bey, accusing her of subliminal anti-police messaging and even racism, the Queen has stepped up to the mic to weigh in on her firestorm start to February in a new interview with ELLE. Head down below to read Beyonce's statement and hit the link to for the full script. There's also said to be a new album en route, so hold tight. There could be a lot more sounds and sights to digest in short time.

>>>Read the full interview (via ELLE) 

"I mean, I'm an artist and I think the most powerful art is usually misunderstood. But anyone who perceives my message as anti-police is completely mistaken. I have so much admiration and respect for officers and the families of officers who sacrifice themselves to keep us safe. But let's be clear: I am against police brutality and injustice. Those are two separate things. If celebrating my roots and culture during Black History Month made anyone uncomfortable, those feelings were there long before a video and long before me. I'm proud of what we created and I'm proud to be a part of a conversation that is pushing things forward in a positive way."