The Pogues’ ‘Fairytale of New York’ over the festive period that removes the words “f****t” and “slut” from Kirsty MacColl’s verse.BBC Radio 2 will continue to air the original version, but 6 Music will allow DJs to choose the version they wish to play.The 1987 festive staple sees MacColl and Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan adopting the roles of a warring married couple.She sings to MacGowan: “You scumbag, you maggot / You cheap lousy f****t / Happy Christmas, your arse / I pray God it’s our last.”The BBC said: “We know the song is considered a Christmas classic and we will continue to play it this year, with our radio stations choosing the version of the song most relevant for their audience.”The statement suggests that the decision is.
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