BBC. Due to take effect on Oct. 1, songs now considered to have “illegal content” include those that promote anti-state sentiments, such as songs that criticize China’s government or its decisions, Reuters has reported.
Hate speech, discrimination, discussion of violence and other illegal activities would also be prohibited under the new law.
Lewd, vulgar and otherwise inappropriate language has also been called into question, including a song titled “Fart” — one that was previously banned, but now serves as an example of the extremity of the ministry’s new mandate.
Karaoke music providers — which contribute to more than 50,000 music entertainment venues in China, according to the ministry — are being urged to review their catalogs for such.
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