Singer Lizzo has decided to change one of the lyrics in her new song “Grrrls” after receiving backlash over an offensive slur used.
Fans of the 34-year-old called on the singer to apologise for using the term “sp*z” within the song after highlighting the derogatory language.
Since then, the Good As Hell hitmaker has taken to social media to update her fans on the situation.
She thanked fans for flagging the harmful word and stated that she “never use hurtful words intentionally”.
This week, the star told her 12 million Instagram followers she was proud to share that the lyric has now been changed.
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The post on her Instagram said: “It’s been brought to my attention that there is a harmful word in my new song “GRRRLS”.
“Let me make one thing clear: I never want to promote derogatory language. As a fat black woman in America, I’ve had many hurtful words used against me so I overstand the power words can have(whether intentionally or in my case, unintentionally).”
She continued: “I’m proud to say there’s a new version of GRRRLS with a lyric change.
“This is the result of me listening and taking action. As an influential artist I’m dedicated to being part of the change I’ve been waiting to see in the world. Xoxo, Lizzo.”
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Originally, the song included the word “sp*z” which is used as an offensive slur towards disabled people.
The lyric said: “Hold my bag, Do you see this s**t?, I’mma sp*z.”
However, the new version features the lyrics: ‘Hold my bag/ Do you see this s**t? Hold me back.’
After announcing the news of the lyric change many of her fans showed their appreciation in the comment section.
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One person said: “Showing the world it really is that easy to simply listen & make the change. I love you.”
Another praised the star saying: “This is just ONE of the reasons why you are loved and respected! Wish more people in this world listened.”
Someone else commented: “Thank you, as a disabled person I so appreciate you listening & making the change.”
With another adding: “You’ve handled this situation with tremendous humility and integrity.”
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