Will Smith’s dramatic comeback at the 2024 BET Awards divided the internet. “You Can Make It” is about overcoming adversity. “Don’t give up on me; I need you to hold on. Know you’re deep up in the storm. But I know you can face it,” it begins before talking about faith guiding you through tough times and how victimization makes you stronger. “There’s wisdom in the fire. And every moment is an opportunity. Embrace the journey,” it ends. To add gravitas, Smith was surrounded by a ring of flames with light rising behind and the Sunday Service Choir harmonizing.
Fans focused on the uplifting and positive message of the track and cast his past to the side. “The comeback is always bigger than the setback. Keep going will!! Keep spreading positivity and being you!!! You’re an icon and you raised us through your movies, music and overall personality!!! God bless you !!!” one raved. “I mean what he did was WRONG but he realized that, repented and was forgiven and his performance was amazing ,” another praised.
However, others weren’t so willing to forget Smith’s Oscars slap. “Who tried to destroy him? Stop the foolishness! Will damaged his own image with that bad move. Yes, he can redeem himself. No, no one tried to destroy him. Accountability matters,” one negative read. “He committed physical assault and on a guy on stage for making a joke. Will is not a victim,” claimed another.
