Industry Mar 20, 2026
George Michael's "Banned" Song and Accidental Hit
After releasing three different versions, Michael would later say that he didn't like the one that reached the Top 5 in the US and the UK
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The creation of a George Michael hit song, initially considered for a ban due to its resemblance to Prince's work, involved a happy accident where drums triggered random sounds. Michael later expressed dislike for the version that achieved Top 5 success in the US and UK. Originally reported by MusicRadar.