The Stories Behind The Most Popular Banned Songs

Published on August 30, 2020
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Invisible Sun – The Police

“Invisible Sun” by The Police references the ArmaLite rifle that was used by paramilitary groups such as the Provisional Irish Republican Army. Because of this, it was promptly banned by the BCC.

Invisible Sun The Police

Invisible Sun The Police

Let’s Spend The Night Together – The Rolling Stones

At first, the Rolling Stones were asked not to perform “Let’s Spend The Night Together” while performing on The Ed Sullivan Show, but they eventually compromised to changed the lyrics. However, they were still banned from performing on the show again.

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Let's Spend The Night Together - The Rolling Stones

Let’s Spend The Night Together – The Rolling Stones