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11:54 AM - 27 Nov 2015
Singaporeans are petitioning against Adam Lambert performing here just because he's flamboyant
By Coconuts Singapore November 27, 2015 / 18:00 SGT
Despite having performed here several times, Adam Lambert shouldn't expect another warm welcome here, ahead of his headlining performance in MediaCorp's Countdown 2016 show.
Right now, there are over 14,320 signatures (and counting) in a petition against the American Idol sensation performing in the annual televised show. Apparently, because he's uh... flamboyant.
Feast your eyes upon this jaundiced basis on why he shouldn't be performing here:
"Adam Lambert is hardly the kind of performer to send off our historic Jubilee Year or to usher in the New Year. His track record displays a flagrant disregard for the sensitivities of his audience – including whether or not children are watching. Singaporeans can enjoy a good show without their consciences being affronted by lewd acts in the name of entertainment. In addition, a simple online search would reveal that he is well-known for his active promotion of a highly sexualized lifestyle and LGBT rights, both of which are contrary to mainstream Singaporean values."
There's more of the same bigoted rationale behind the petition (linked here if you need a laugh), including:
- Showing disregard for the 'family-centric values' of Singaporeans
- He's fraught with controversy even in his home country
- He is unpredictable, and is prone to offensive acts on stage
- His most recent music video features female showgirls and male strippers
- We need to preserve our nation's moral fibre
Good grief.
you & hv got tix to see you on NYE! 
#SGLovesAdamLambert 
