Lynnwood candidate Dio Boucsieguez admits he performed songs with racist, sexually explicit lyrics

Dio Boucsieguez, a candidate for Lynnwood City Council, admitted to performing songs featuring racist and sexually explicit lyrics, which were posted under his name. He maintains he did not upload the music and is taking legal steps against the platforms responsible for the postings. The songs, uploaded from 2019 to 2022, include disturbing lyrics referencing blackface and racial slurs, raising significant concerns about their content. Boucsieguez noted he created these tracks in his early 20s while experimenting with rap music but moved on due to the genre not fitting his style. He described the recent emergence of these songs as a smear campaign orchestrated by his opponents, claiming he is leading in the election for Position 1 against incumbent Derica Escamilla.

Boucsieguez defended his character, stating that his life experiences have shaped him into a better person and candidate. He argues that the lyrics reflect a past that does not define who he is today. The controversy highlights the intersection of politics and personal history in local elections.