Ban, ban, ban Delilah
Choirs at the Principality Stadium's international rugby matches have been banned from singing Tom Jones's Delilah. The 1967 song tells the story of a jealous man murdering his partner.
A stadium spokesman said:
"Delilah will not feature on the playlist for choirs for rugby internationals at Principality Stadium.
"The WRU removed the song from its half-time entertainment and music playlist during international matches in 2015. Guest choirs have also more recently been requested not to feature the song during their pre-match performances and throughout games.
"The WRU condemns domestic violence of any kind. We have previously sought advice from subject matter experts on the issue of censoring the song, and we're respectfully aware that it is problematic and upsetting to some supporters because of its subject matter".
Deliah has been a long-time favourite for egg-chasing fans. Thunderball artist Sir Tom has previously performed the song before an international match.
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