Coverage dated July 31, 2022

Beyoncé to remove offensive word from new song

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The lyrics for Beyoncé's song “Heated” included a word that's considered a derogatory reference to the medical term spastic diplegia, a form of cerebral palsy.

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FOX 43 York
Beyoncé to remove offensive word from new song (opens FOX 43 York)
Published Jul 31, 2022
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The lyrics for Beyoncé's song “Heated” included a word that's considered a derogatory reference to the medical term spastic diplegia, a form of cerebral palsy.
The Daily Caller
Beyonce Is Removing ‘Deeply Offensive,’ ‘Ableist’ Lyrics From Latest Album (opens The Daily Caller)
Published Jul 31, 2022
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Pop superstar Beyonce confirmed Monday that she is removing a lyric from her latest album amid backlash.
Washington Times
Beyonce to remove offensive word from new song (opens Washington Times)
Published Jul 31, 2022
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Beyonce is removing an offensive term for disabled people from a new song on her record “Renaissance,” just weeks after rapper Lizzo also changed lyrics to remove the same word.

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