“Delilah” had become an unofficial anthem sung by Welsh rugby fans. Jones’ 1968 hit song tells the story of a woman who is murdered by her jealous partner. For that reason, the tune has been cut from international rugby matches played at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium.
“‘Delilah’ will not feature on the playlist for choirs for rugby internationals at Principality Stadium,” a spokesperson for the stadium said.
“The WRU (Welsh Rugby Union) condemns domestic violence of any kind. We have previously sought advice from subject matter experts on the issue of censoring the song and we are respectfully aware that it is problematic and upsetting to some supporters because of its subject matter.”
[The headline is the Google translate version of “Come on, man” into Welsh. As far as the song goes, it’s definitely about ‘domestic violence,’ as the vocals talk about killing a woman who cheated on her man. It’s silly to attempt to censor a sixty-year-old song now, especially when it didn’t really have any official standing, but … — Ed]
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