A provocative new song surged to the top of Australia’s iTunes chart, then vanished from Apple Music. Penned by former pop star Holly Valance and One Nation party leader Pauline Hanson, the track ignited a firestorm of controversy before its sudden removal.
The song, titled “Kiss Kiss (XX) My Arse” – a deliberate echo of Valance’s 2002 hit – is a pointed satire aimed at contemporary social and political trends. Lyrics directly confront ideas surrounding identity, inclusivity, and what the artists perceive as excessive political correctness.
The lyrics are deliberately jarring, employing provocative language and challenging conventional viewpoints. Lines like “Not all ladies have ovaries, some have a penis” and “I’m a real biological woman” are designed to spark debate and confront listeners with uncomfortable questions.
The song’s rapid ascent to number one was a surprise, eclipsing popular artists like Olivia Dean and Harry Styles. But within days, the track disappeared from Apple Music, replaced by an error message for anyone attempting to find it.
Apple Music has remained silent regarding the removal, leaving speculation to run rampant. The silence only amplified the controversy, fueling accusations of censorship and bias.
Valance’s career began with a role on the iconic Australian soap opera *Neighbours* before transitioning to music and a stint in Hollywood, including a role in the series *Prison Break*. She later stepped away from the spotlight to focus on family.
In recent years, Valance has become increasingly vocal in her political views, aligning herself with right-wing ideologies. This new song represents a bold and uncompromising expression of those beliefs.
The song was created for a satirical film, *A Super Progressive Movie*, which depicts a dystopian future led by a fictional Prime Minister Hanson. Hanson described Valance’s enthusiastic response to the film as a sign the satire had “landed really well.”
Following the song’s removal, Valance took to social media, questioning the commitment to free speech among those who identify as liberal. She contrasted the situation with what she perceives as tolerance for other controversial content on the platform.
Valance argued that the silencing of conservative voices reveals a deeper hypocrisy, suggesting that certain viewpoints are deemed unacceptable regardless of artistic expression. Her posts ignited further debate, drawing attention to the complexities of censorship and artistic freedom.
The incident has sparked a wider conversation about the boundaries of acceptable discourse and the role of platforms like Apple Music in regulating content. It raises questions about the balance between artistic expression, social responsibility, and the potential for censorship.
