October 26 2000
A Canadian woman has complained about certain lyrics performed by rapper Eminem. This has lead to Ontario's Attorney-General trying to have the rapper turned back at the border so he cannot perform.The concern is particularly strong over the song "Kill You", and the lyrics "I invented violence you vile, venomous, vomital bitches." It is argued these violate Canada's laws of expression and incite violence against women.
I personally think its stupid his song "kill you" isn´t supposed to be taken so seriously. He should be allowed in Canada, its not like no one can't already just pick up his CD in stores or download his music, he should be free to perform wherever he wants without censorship or restriction. Eminem has changed the world, he helps kids with their troubles and to get through stuff cause they see that someone out their feels the same way they do. Hes a lyrical genius their is a lot of worse rappers out their that are way more offensive to women. He raps about what hes been through in his life. What ever happened to freedom of speech?
The debate regarding artistic expression and border access continues to highlight a significant divide in how we interpret lyrical content. I am currently working to ensure our concerns reach the appropriate offices to remind them that music is not equivalent to conduct.
July 21, 2010
The momentum behind this petition highlights a significant public desire to protect artistic freedom within our borders. It is encouraging to see so many people recognize that musical expression should remain free from government censorship.
9 Comments
S
shaunda hooper
12 years ago
Featured
he should be aloud to play in canda cause he is a true storey of what kids can accomplish if they put there minds to it anything is possiable.
T
Tyler Castro
16 years ago
Featured
this is so dumb. u can buy his albums anywhere in toronto so why block him from coming here. let the man work.
M
Mike Snyder
16 years ago
Featured
FREE SPEECH PEOPLE. Eminem is a legend and if you dont like him just dont go to the show.
J
Jessica Shepherd
16 years ago
Featured
hes just rapping about his feelings and his life. people need to grow up and let fans enjoy the music.
S
Sarah Warner
16 years ago
Featured
let him play already, its just music. seriously stop acting like hes actually gonna hurt someone.
J
Jason Day
16 years ago
Featured
EMINEM IS THE GOAT AND CANADA NEEDS HIM
M
Mya
3 years ago
GET EMINEM IN CANADA.
S
Stavro
11 years ago
Eminem is the best and should be able to preform in Canada.
October 26 2000
A Canadian woman has complained about certain lyrics performed by rapper Eminem. This has lead to Ontario's Attorney-General trying to have the rapper turned back at the border so he cannot perform.The concern is particularly strong over the song "Kill You", and the lyrics "I invented violence you vile, venomous, vomital bitches." It is argued these violate Canada's laws of expression and incite violence against women.
I personally think its stupid his song "kill you" isn´t supposed to be taken so seriously. He should be allowed in Canada, its not like no one can't already just pick up his CD in stores or download his music, he should be free to perform wherever he wants without censorship or restriction. Eminem has changed the world, he helps kids with their troubles and to get through stuff cause they see that someone out their feels the same way they do. Hes a lyrical genius their is a lot of worse rappers out their that are way more offensive to women. He raps about what hes been through in his life. What ever happened to freedom of speech?
The debate regarding artistic expression and border access continues to highlight a significant divide in how we interpret lyrical content. I am currently working to ensure our concerns reach the appropriate offices to remind them that music is not equivalent to conduct.
July 21, 2010
The momentum behind this petition highlights a significant public desire to protect artistic freedom within our borders. It is encouraging to see so many people recognize that musical expression should remain free from government censorship.
9 Comments
S
shaunda hooper
12 years ago
Featured
he should be aloud to play in canda cause he is a true storey of what kids can accomplish if they put there minds to it anything is possiable.
T
Tyler Castro
16 years ago
Featured
this is so dumb. u can buy his albums anywhere in toronto so why block him from coming here. let the man work.
M
Mike Snyder
16 years ago
Featured
FREE SPEECH PEOPLE. Eminem is a legend and if you dont like him just dont go to the show.
J
Jessica Shepherd
16 years ago
Featured
hes just rapping about his feelings and his life. people need to grow up and let fans enjoy the music.
S
Sarah Warner
16 years ago
Featured
let him play already, its just music. seriously stop acting like hes actually gonna hurt someone.
J
Jason Day
16 years ago
Featured
EMINEM IS THE GOAT AND CANADA NEEDS HIM
M
Mya
3 years ago
GET EMINEM IN CANADA.
S
Stavro
11 years ago
Eminem is the best and should be able to preform in Canada.
he should be aloud to play in canda cause he is a true storey of what kids can accomplish if they put there minds to it anything is possiable.