The Wiggles Address Controversy Surrounding Drug-Related Music Video Appearance
The popular Australian children's music group, The Wiggles, recently addressed a controversy involving two of its members appearing in a music video that seemed to reference drug use. The video, which has since been deleted, featured Blue Wiggle Anthony Field and his nephew Dominic Field dancing in the background of musician Keli Holiday's song "Ecstasy." The Wiggles made it clear that they do not support or condone drug use in any form and stated that the video was created without their approval.
The TikTok video, which garnered over 92,000 views before being removed, sparked concern among parents and professionals. The Wiggles emphasized that the content shared in the video was not endorsed by them and requested its removal. Despite Holiday's friendship with The Wiggles, the video and its accompanying music were produced independently and without the band's knowledge.
The controversial clip was filmed at the TikTok Awards, where The Wiggles joined Holiday on stage during his performance of the song "Dancing2." Holiday shared the video on TikTok to promote his single "Ecstasy," which includes lyrics referencing dancing and ecstasy. The band clarified that their participation at the awards was family-friendly and that the video was edited separately without their awareness.
Established in 1991 as a university project, The Wiggles has gained worldwide popularity among young children, with Anthony Field being the only original member still part of the group. Keli Holiday, the solo project of musician Adam Hyde, is also known for his work in the electronic dance duo Peking Duk. The BBC reached out to Holiday's management for further comment on the matter.
In conclusion, The Wiggles took a firm stance against drug use following the controversy surrounding the appearance of their members in a music video with questionable content. The group emphasized their commitment to providing family-friendly entertainment and distanced themselves from the video in question, reiterating their disapproval of drug-related themes in their work.