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Boy George, the Culture Club singer, has released a pro-Israel reggae track titled 'We Will Dance Again', which addresses the October 7 attacks and criticizes musicians who have publicly supported Palestine.
The song, which does not appear on traditional streaming platforms, opens with the line 'You say genocide, I say war', rejecting the term 'genocide' to describe Israel's military actions in Gaza.Instead, George frames the conflict as a response to the Hamas-led attack on the Nova music festival, which resulted in significant casualties.
The track also condemns artists who have shown solidarity with Palestine, with lyrics like 'You condemn the Jews, with selective memory / Musicians holding flags, mouthing like sheep'.
The phrase 'We Will Dance Again' has become a symbol of resilience for Israelis following the October 7 attacks, as seen in a 2024 documentary about the Nova festival incident.
The article also notes the ongoing international debate over Israel's actions, with the UN and Amnesty International accusing Israel of genocide, while Israel denies these claims.George's support for Jewish communities has been evident in past statements, including a solidarity message at an anti-Semitism march in London.
His participation in Eurovision 2026 and the subsequent withdrawal of several countries from the contest due to the 'No Music For Genocide' campaign are also highlighted.