Homophobic slur in The Pogues’ holiday classic 'Fairytale of New York' draws renewed scrutiny

Ireland is currently sparring over its holiday classic, The Pogues’ 'Fairytale of New York', namely its use of a word "faggot". It’s important to remember that the word itself is ensconced in the character and speech of a particularly volatile character within the song, and is not a declaration from singer Shane MacGowan. Consequence of Sound...