Robin Thicke is apparently too hot for YouTube these days. According to his rep, the steamy music video for "Blurred Lines" (feat. T.I. and Pharrell) has been banned from YouTube due to nudity.
While YouTube has opted not to allow the video on its site, Vevo has continued to allow Internet users to play it on its site.
The video has had more than 1 million views since last week.
Both Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams have reacted to the video being pulled, with Pharrell questioning why they would pull down something so hot.
"YouTube took down the Unrated version of #BLURREDLINES because it was too hot! You can still view it here on @VEVO," Robin Thicke wrote on Twitter.
Pharrell responded: "@robinthicke Why they trying to ban good sh–?"
In case you haven't see it, click here to watch "Blurred Lines."
Robin Thicke’s racy video for “Blurred Lines” has caused a stir in the media and now it’s been banned from YouTube. The music video, which features scantily-clad models dancing around fully clothed men, was deemed too graphic for viewing on the website recently, according to Robin Thicke’s rep. This move is just another example of how censoring certain content can be controversial due to its subjective nature. Let’s take a look at what this ban means for viewers.
The 2013 hit single “Blurred Lines” made waves with its catchy beat and risqué lyrics. But it was the accompanying video that really set tongues wagging when it first appeared online in March 2013. Featuring nudity and provocative choreography, many felt that Robin Thicke had gone too far with his visuals – but he defended them as art nonetheless. Now his rep has confirmed that YouTube have stepped in and decided to remove the video from their platform altogether.
This decision is sure to spark debates about censorship and freedom of expression, as well as cause controversy over how much material should be considered appropriate or inappropriate for public consumption. With so much discussion surrounding the issue already, let’s delve deeper into why YouTube removed “Blurred Lines” from their library – and whether we are entering an age where all forms of self-expression will soon be subject to scrutiny by digital gatekeepers.
‘Blurred Lines’ Music Video Controversy
The music video for Robin Thicke’s 2013 hit single “Blurred Lines” has been making headlines, but this time it’s not for its catchy melody. The video featuring models Emily Ratajkowski, Jessi M’Bengue and Elle Evans was recently banned from YouTube due to its suggestive content. This news is a surprise to many fans of the song, as well as those who thought that the controversy surrounding the lyrics had already been put to rest.
It all started in July 2013 when people began criticizing the lyrics of “Blurred Lines” for their overtly sexual nature, claiming they were promoting non-consensual behavior and objectifying women. In response, Thicke said he did not consider them offensive or inappropriate; however, his words became even more controversial when later reports revealed an old interview where he admitted that some of the lyrics were meant to be humorous and ironic.
Regardless of how one feels about the meaning behind the song itself, YouTube made it clear that they do not condone any explicit content on their platform by banning the official music video for “Blurred Lines”—a decision which Robin Thicke’s rep confirmed with a statement earlier today. Whether this ban will remain permanent remains unknown at this point, but either way it looks like there won’t be any more blurred lines videos streaming on YouTube anytime soon.
Official Response From Robin Thicke’s Camp
In response to the news that YouTube had banned their official music video for “Blurred Lines”, Robin Thicke’s rep issued a statement earlier today. They addressed the controversy surrounding the song and video by saying:
“We respect YouTube’s right to make decisions about content on its platform, however we find it unfortunate that they have chosen to remove one of our most successful videos, as well as those from other artists who have been censored or taken down without warning.”
The rep went on to explain that while they understand some people may be offended by certain aspects of the video, it was not intended as an endorsement of any kind of non-consensual behavior. They also made sure to emphasize that since its release in 2013, “Blurred Lines” has broken records around the world and earned multiple awards and accolades—something which should be celebrated instead of censored.
Despite the ban on “Blurred Lines”, Robin Thicke and his team remain committed to creating art that is meaningful and enjoyable for everyone. As such, they are confident that their fans will continue to support them no matter what challenges they face along the way.
Conclusion
It’s clear that Robin Thicke’s camp is not happy with YouTube banning the ‘Blurred Lines’ video. They released a statement saying it was wrong for them to make this decision without consulting the artist or his team first. This raises questions about who should be making decisions on what content can and cannot be posted online, as well as how those decisions are made in the first place.
The controversy surrounding the now-banned music video has sparked debate over whether or not its message objectifies women, which could have been an underlying factor in why YouTube chose to remove it from their platform. Regardless of one’s opinion on the matter, it shows just how influential social media platforms like Youtube can be when deciding what we see and don’t see online.
In any case, Robin Thicke’s rep confirmed that ‘Blurred Lines’ had been banned on Youtube, leaving many people questioning why such a drastic action was taken against the video. While there may never be a definitive answer as to why exactly this happened, it does open up conversations around what kind of content is deemed appropriate for viewing by millions of users worldwide.
