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FabioW removes song offline after criticism of racist lyrics

Antwerp rapper FabioW has taken his single 'Praat Nederlands' offline following severe criticism over racist elements in the lyrics. He has issued an apology.

7 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Antwerp rapper FabioW has taken his new single 'Praat Nederlands' offline. This decision comes after a storm of criticism regarding the lyrics, which include a passage mimicking the language of a Vietnamese girl with the words 'ching chang chong'.

Various media outlets, including HLN, report that this passage has been perceived as offensive and has led to significant public outrage. The 28-year-old rapper initially stood by his lyrics but has since decided to remove the song.

In a statement via Instagram, FabioW stated that it was never his intention to offend Asian people. He apologized for the commotion surrounding his music.

According to Het Nieuwsblad, the song 'Praat Nederlands' is no longer available due to the ongoing discussion about the controversial lyrics. In his response, FabioW emphasized that he misjudged his intentions.

Criticism of the song started shortly after its release, with many listeners voicing their concerns on social media about the content deemed inappropriate. The artist has now taken the step to remove the song, a decision that has been received differently by fans and critics alike.

VRT NWS reports that FabioW is taking responsibility for the situation and has consequently made his music inaccessible. This change in stance marks an important response from the rapper to the criticism that has arisen regarding his work.

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