On This Day January 11 1984 – Relax by Frankie Goes to Hollywood Was Banned by the BBC

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On This Day January 11 1984 – Relax by Frankie Goes to Hollywood Was Banned by the BBC.

On this day January 11 1984, Relax by Frankie Goes to Hollywood was banned by the BBC due to its suggestive lyrics and provocative tone. The decision immediately drew public attention and controversy, pushing the song into headlines and fueling curiosity among listeners.

Rather than slowing momentum, the ban amplified the song’s cultural impact and commercial success, turning it into a defining...
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