Blurred Lines was criticised by some who claimed the lyrics referred to non-consensual sex. It was banned at several universities and an advert featuring the song and models from the video was ...

It was the hit pop song of 2013 which triggered criticism for its misogynistic lyrics, and now Pharrell Williams has spoken out in defence of Blurred Lines. Speaking to The Independent ...

Blurred Lines topped charts around the world, becoming the UK's most-downloaded song of all time in 2014. But its lyrics and music video have been criticised by some who claimed they referred to ...

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Having previously defended the lyrics to Blurred Lines, songwriter Pharrell admits he now understands and is embarrassed by the controversy. Pharrell Williams has backtracked over his stance on ...