Jean-Michel Basquiat's ‘Rinso’ is a powerful critique of stereotypes and demonstrates his ability to confront complex social issues through his art. Features his distinctive style of blending text, symbols, and figuration; Basquiat uses these elements to expose and challenge metaphors embedded in advertising and everyday language. The juxtaposition of the word ‘rinso’—referencing a popular laundry detergent—alongside stylised depictions of Black figures and loaded phrases like ‘whitewashing action’ and ‘no suh, no suh’ exposes the pervasive nature of racial stereotypes in American culture.