After a few weeks wrapped in controversy, Spotify has finally reversed its hate content policy. After removing artists like R. Kelly from its streaming service, the company was at the center of controversy these weeks. The reason was the accusations of sexual harassment that surround the singer. But the decision did not end up sitting well. So they finally back down.
Finally, Spotify has announced that they rectify their hate content policy. They have also recognized that they have not acted correctly in this whole situation. Although the intentions were good, the way in which it has been worked has not been.
Rapper XXXTentacion and R. Kelly were the first artists to suffer the consequences of this new policy of the Swedish streaming service. For this reason, all the content that they had on the platform was eliminated from the recommendations. But after criticism from personalities in the world of music and some threats from major labels, they have rectified.
Therefore, the music of the two artists will return normally on Spotify. It is expected that also in the recommendations. Since the company has commented that they are not the one to judge artists for their deeds. That is not your job.
Although Spotify wanted to clarify something more regarding its hate content policy. The firm has said that they will not allow any type of language or actions that promote violence against people based on their race, sexual orientation, religion or disability. This point of your policy remains firm and will continue in force.
So with these words Controversy over Spotify's hateful content policy is expected to come to an end. The company has seen the problems that could be faced, so they have backed down, and it may be for the best.