Fler confronts Bushido: Why does he stay in therapy?

Fler confronts Bushido: Why does he stay in therapy?

In an emotional live stream, Fler recently criticized rap colleague Bushido. The occasion was a new documentary about Bushido, which deals intensively with his therapy experiences and personal life. In this context, Fler described Bushido as “schizophrenic” and questioned why the artist's success could not distract from the constant reference to his therapy. He emphasized that despite Bushido's successes in gangster rap, the theme of therapy is still present. This discussion raises important questions about mental health and its representation in the public eye, which are becoming increasingly important in the music community.

A few days ago it was also announced that Bushido has been undergoing therapy for several years. According to the artist, healthy communication with his wife, Anna-Maria, is a central aspect of his happiness. The two have been married for over a decade and have a total of seven children together as well as Anna-Maria's eldest son Monty. Her family has a special place in the new documentary “Bushido & Anna-Maria – Everything on Family”, which recently premiered on RTL+. In this film, the rapper gives private insights into his life and emphasizes that emigrating to Dubai had a positive impact on his mental state. One fan aptly commented: "A woman brings warmth to the home" - a reference to the difficult times the couple has overcome together. While one's own mental health often takes a back seat, it could be beneficial to discuss personal changes and challenges more openly.

Mental health in the spotlight

The reporting on Bushido's therapy not only raises questions about his private career, but also addresses the stark gap between the artist's publicly lived success and the difficulties with which he struggles privately. Fler uses his platform to question Bushido's behavior and focus on therapy as the social media community leads the debate about mental health and its role in hip-hop. Many artists, including Bushido, are advocating for greater openness and understanding regarding mental health challenges that often go unnoticed in the music business.

A recent study shows that there is a genetic connection between playing music and mental health. Researchers have examined how creative activity, such as making music, is linked to psychological well-being. The results suggest that people at higher risk for depression are often also more musically active, regardless of actual mental health problems. These findings may provide additional context to the discussion of Bushido's successes and challenges by demonstrating that creative expression can play a role in both personal healing and self-expression.

Given current developments, it remains to be seen how Bushido will continue his career. His final album is announced for the end of February 2026, accompanied by the “Everything will be fine” tour. Whether Fler's criticism and the public discussion will influence him in his artistic phase remains exciting. The topics covered here could have not only personal but also societal significance, particularly in the increasingly important conversation about mental health in the music industry.

The development of Bushido and the reactions to it show how closely art and personal life are interwoven. The coming months could be groundbreaking not only for the artist himself, but also for his fans and the entire hip-hop community.

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