why do you think walmart is censoring rappers cds?
85814
walmart is censoring rappers cds porbably beacuse they have the right to decide wther or not they want to sell a prodcut depending on the values they have. Porbably they don't like the lyrics or do not agree with them so they will not sell a prodcut that they are againt eventough they could loose sales they still hold their position and sell what they think its right,
276940
Whoever you were speaking with was probably pulling your leg.  I would like a little more proof that what you have provided. \n\nHowever, the was a guy started selling t-shirts that said "I (heart) Wal-ocaust".  Walmart's lawyers sent him a "cease and desist" letter but I don't know if they filed a lawsuit.  Read the story at the link below.
1143340
ohh yea the one on itunes is dirty..wait i guess would be my answer cuz once he comes out with his cd theres gonna be a clean version
337512
its just plain 'ol censorship\nnothing you can do about it
357434
it is illegal and people are putting out a program that would "track" the computer that would download those illegal songs. So it is easy for someone to get in to trouble a lot easier.
670335
It is done by the 'Audio Bullys'\n\nedit: added a link to the streaming video to verify the artist.
1068728
they were busted with drugs, money  and porn in the recording studio here in atl. check out the news story on www.wsbtv.com\n\nhere is a copy of the story \n\nATLANTA -- Police say they found drugs, cash, weapons and pornography during a raid on a local rap music recording studio.\n\nEight people, including 28-year old Anthony Blalock, CEO of "Making Big Moves" records, were arrested.\n\nOne of the suspects is a member of the group "Dem Franchize Boyz" who recorded the hit song "Lean Wit It."\n\nPolice swept into the recording studio last night after receiving a tip drugs were being sold at the facility at 982 Memorial Drive.\n\nOfficers say the suspects saw the raid unfolding on surveillance cameras at the studio and tried to flush some of the evidence down the toilet.\n\n"They were in the bathroom and they were trying to flush a lot of the drugs down the toilet," Atlanta Police Officer Richard Light told Channel 2 Action News.\n\n"They just had too much and couldn't flush it all down."\n\nPolice say they confiscated more than 11 pounds of marijuana, $150,000 in cash, two handguns and a stack of pornography.\n\nTwo minor children who were at the studio were taken into custody, but were later released to their mother.
225805
Well, it's not that I like it, but I do understand why they did it. If I was an artist, I think I would prefer my CDs to have a copy-protection (all the artists don't get paid as the ones we see on TV shows).
811794
If you're truly a "punk" then I wouldn't go selling out to the authorities about a local video store renting out their screeners. \n\nI buy CDs from a local music store that sells the pre-release sample CD's they get sent, and I don't have a problem with it. They all have the same or similar warning. \n\nDo you have a personal grudge against the store, or just feel like being an annoying customer?
643877
I agree. If you just want the one song, it is easier to dowload it-- whether you pay for it or not-- than to buy a CD single. And it costs nothing for the record company to post it, so it's all profit for them this way. Otherwise, there is manufacturing, printing, packaging, shipping, etc.
382690
Yes. The reason they're on the radio is because they don't curse as much. I just want to know who in the hell is actually spending their $ buying their CD's.
728691
I work at Walmart and it is true. A vendor comes in and stocks the merchandise, displays the programs through the store and changes what is needed. At this time, I cannot tell you the name of the vendor, but I know I could find out if need be. It just never came about in the past as to whom they are since I don't work that particular department.  If the store is informed that they cannot sell a movie or DVD prior to a certain day and time but the store does in fact sell it prior, that company has every right not to place the product in the store. Therefore, that would be more of a loss if they removed all movies, etc from the shelves
553109
You could mention the price of downloading a song legally - that puts people off\n\nThat kids and teens don't have credit cards so downloading illegally is the only option they have\n\nIf c.d's weren't so expensive to buy people wouldn't need to download
771539
A lot of people feel that since the internet has opened so many doors, that they should get free music.\n\nPersonally I find it sickening. If you steal from a bank, it's wrong--everyone knows that. If you steal from an old woman, it's wrong--everyone knows that. But if you steal songs from the internet, all of a sudden it's okay.\n\nI for one purchase my music. No too long ago we didn't have the choice of creating our own CDs. Taking advantage of downloading music illegally is never going to end well.
983324
I completely agree.  It seems totally ridiculous.\nYa know, it really pisses me off that people wont take responsibility for themselves and their children.  People go buy a CD (with a parental advisory) for there 10 year old and then get mad cause it says bitch and ho.  Then they are angry and offended because they didn't take 2 seconds to look at the label!!\nI think Walmart may kinda have their hands tied.  They probably worry that if they carry Cd's with the unedited lyrics that they will get hit with lawsuits and boycotts (which is probably true)  \nIt's unfortunate in this day with all the information out there and available to us people don't use it, or use it frivolously.
894916
They charge because of this:\n\nhttp://www.riaa.com/default.asp\n\nGo through that site with a fine toothed comb to find out how heinous these ppl are.\n\nThen go to: http://www.p2pnet.net/ and go through their archives to learn even MORE!\n\nKnowledge is POWER!!!
983413
I think they will always be here. Trying to stop illegal downloads is a lot like prohibition. Although it would be for the best, it has gone too out of hand and somehow someone will find a way to sneak it in, especially with how advanced our technology is today. Our technology is only going to get better too, and CD burners would produce the same effect as illegal downloads. Wouldn't you rather get your music for free instead of for a couple of dollars?