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The 10 Most Controversial Songs of the 60s and 70s
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The 10 Most Controversial Songs of the 60s and 70s
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10. Fortunate Son, Credence Clearwater Revival
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In 1969, they called out class privilege during the Vietnam War, while the rich avoided the draft.
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Banned on military radio, it became an anthem for inequality and solidarity.
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9. Ohio, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young
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In 1970, the song Ohio condemned the Kent State shootings.
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Naming Nixon, it captured national grief and sparked student protests, turning tragedy into action.
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8. Walk on the Wild Side, Lou Reed
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In 1972, this song referenced transgender identities and drugs.
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Initially banned, it normalized marginalized experiences, advancing cultural acceptance.
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Andy Warhol's factory scene informed its narratives.
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7. I Am Woman, Helen Reddy
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This 1972 feminist anthem, which initially feared radio resistance due to male backlash,
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was adopted by the women's movement and reached number one despite opposition.
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Pop's purpose was redefined by empowerment.
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Number 6. Money, Pink Floyd
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This 1973 track criticized capitalism.
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Banned in apartheid South Africa, it became a subversive anthem for audiences questioning greed and materialism.
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Number 5. Jailhouse Rock, Elvis Presley
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The song was banned in 1970s South Africa for glorifying crime and symbolizing rebellious freedom under oppression.
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Rock and roll was considered threatening to authoritarian control.
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Number 4. War, Edwin Starr
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This 1970 song was an anti-war Motown soul hit whose blunt message led to bands.
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Its irresistible groove amplified protest power and its directness challenged pro-war broadcasters.
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Number 3. Tie a yellow ribbon round the old oak tree, Tony Orlando and Dawn
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In 1973, the homecoming anthem linked to Vietnam vets sparked reactions.
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Radio stations refused it, yet families embraced hopeful symbolism despite controversy.
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Number 2. My Ding-A-Ling, Chuck Berry
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In 1972, this number one hit used playful double entendres to spark nationwide debate.
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Conservative groups lobbied for bans, exposing deep divides over sexuality and culture.
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Number 1. The Pill, Loretta Lynn
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In 1975, this song was banned by Country Radio for celebrating birth control.
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Aligning with the feminist movement, it challenged traditions.
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