An American Hit Song and Video as shown below - was copied in a tribute in Iran, and the young people who created the video were ARRESTED - for violating Iranian Laws.
Read the story here on BBC "The video shows three men and three unveiled women dancing to the song on the streets and rooftops of Tehran. Police chief Hossein Sajedinia said the "vulgar clip" had "hurt public chastity", the ISNA news agency said." (source BBC) - short clip on youtube - showing Iranian TV story of event.
Here is the Iranian Video.
And for good measure - How about another - one from Istanbul - This song is great example of cultural diffusion, and how its movement is rapid with the advent of Social Media. Threatening traditions and government leaders worldwide.
Read the story here on BBC "The video shows three men and three unveiled women dancing to the song on the streets and rooftops of Tehran. Police chief Hossein Sajedinia said the "vulgar clip" had "hurt public chastity", the ISNA news agency said." (source BBC) - short clip on youtube - showing Iranian TV story of event.
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