BABA the Black Sheep” 2025, critiques the historical grievances linked to the “Great” or “Old Custom” wool tax, implemented by King Edward I in 1275, which remained until the 15th century. This tax aimed to generate revenue from the wool trade, a crucial part of the medieval economy. Some interpretations also connect the rhyme to the slave trade in the Southern United States, though this perspective lacks strong historical backing.

Drawing from the children’s rhyme, the artist examines potential threads of racism within its narrative. The black sheep, traditionally seen as an outsider, symbolizes the questioning of societal norms and the tendency to marginalize those who are different.