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[Banned from Broadcast] Western songs with extreme/explicit lyrics

Japan’s music scene isn’t as diverse as overseas.

As a result, many songs that make it into the mainstream tend to be catchy and aimed at a wide range of generations and demographics.

Overseas, however, it’s different.

Even today, genres like hip-hop often feature extreme content, and many songs have been banned from broadcast over the years.

This time, we’ve picked out some Western tracks with especially wild lyrics.

Whether sexy or violent, these songs feature intensely provocative lyrics—so be sure to check them out!

[Broadcast Prohibited] Western Songs with Extreme Lyrics (21–30)

JackieScott Walker

Jacques Brel, a singer who represents Belgium.

One of the works in which he focused on the darker side of society is “Jackie.” Its sound is brisk and powerful, like a marching tune.

However, the lyrics are packed with words that would be banned from broadcast.

That contrast is part of its appeal.

Still, it’s not merely a string of shocking terms; it carries a message that speaks to the sorrow of conflict.

Be sure to consider the historical context of the era in which it was released.

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In conclusion

This time, I introduced some Western songs with pretty outrageous lyrics, and Black music genres like hip-hop and neo-soul were especially full of direct expressions.

Dropping F-words and N-words is commonplace, and the metaphors were quite extreme too.

On RugMusic, we have other articles that break down English-language lyrics as well, so be sure to check those out!