The Stories Behind The Most Popular Banned Songs

Published on August 31, 2020
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My Generation – The Who

“My Generation” by the Who became the baby boomer’s anthem when it was released. Despite the fact that the line “I hope I die before I get old” might seem controversial, the song was actually banned for the stutter, which some people felt was mocking people with the speech impediment.

My Generation – The Who

My Generation – The Who

Love To Love You, Baby – Donna Summer

Donna Summer released “Love To Love You, Baby,” a 17 minute single, which was unheard of at the time. After they reviewd the song poorly, in an interview with Time magazine Summers was asked if she touched herself during recording, to which she answered “yes, I touched my knee.” The song was banned from many radio stations but still became a huge hit.

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Love To Love You, Baby – Donna Summer

Love To Love You, Baby – Donna Summer