Eurovision sparks huge row as BBC demands song from Malta removes very X-rated lyric

EUROVISION is in the middle of  a diplomatic row after the BBC objected to a song called Kant — because it sounds like a rude word.

The title of singer Miriana Conte’s tune — which means “singing” in Maltese — had   already been approved by the European Broadcasting Union.

But now she has been  ordered to change it following  “a report submitted by an EBU member — understood to be the BBC”, sources say. 

BBC Radio 2 DJ Scott Mills has already said he is not  allowed to play the song on air because of the perceived rude lyric.

The chorus of the Maltese entry  sees Miriana sing “serving kant”.

Many believe it sounds like a phrase used in drag culture — with the c-word — as a term of empowerment.

Britain’s Ofcom says “c***”  cannot be used on TV before 9pm.

Miriana, 23, wrote on Instagram: “While I’m shocked and disappointed, especially since we have less than a week to submit the song, I promise you this: the show will go on — Diva NOT down.”

The BBC declined to comment.

Eurovision’s final is in Switzerland on May 17.

Girl group Remember Monday are expected to be officially unveiled as the UK entry tomorrow.

AFP

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