The song they are referencing was a political satire song against the ill treatment of blacks in the 30's.

So, should we cover up the CD covers of rappers? Should we stop playing them on radio stations? By all means let's ignore all the rap singers who say nasty things about whites in their music. Let's ignore (and ban) all actors who ever said anything derogatory.. black, white, purple or pink..

"The song was considered a satire of racism in its time"
Too bad they're not smart enough to understand that statement..

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The NHL's Philadelphia Flyers on Friday joined baseball's New York Yankees in halting the playing of Kate Smith's rendition of "God Bless America" at home games because of lyrics in other songs the late singer recorded.

The Flyers also covered up a statue of Smith that has stood at Philadephia's sports complex since 1987. No joke, they covered it in a black tarp.

“We have recently become aware that several songs performed by Kate Smith contain offensive lyrics that do not reflect our values as an organization,” the Flyers said in a statement. "As we continue to look into this serious matter, we are removing Kate Smith’s recording of 'God Bless America’ from our library and covering up the statue that stands outside of our arena.”

Smith received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Ronald Reagan in 1982.

But recently the Yankees became aware that Smith sang a 1931 song, “That’s Why Darkies Were Born,” which opened: “Someone had to pick the cotton, Someone had to pick the corn, Someone had to slave and be able to sing, That’s why darkies were born.”

The song was considered a satire of racism in its time, with civil rights activist Paul Robeson also having recorded a version.