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SONG HOME IN-DEPTH COVER VERSIONS YOUR VIEWS "Walk On The Wild Side" Lou Reed Reed's poem to sexual ambiguity and boho decadence broke new ground but Walk On The Wild Side wasn't banned by the BBC because the bosses didn't understand the lyrics. Song facts Composer Lou Reed Genre Rock Album Transformer Year of Release 1973 In cover versions The inimitable Rolf Harris adds a few digeridoos in his version. Rolf Harris MORE COVER VERSIONS Vanessa Paradis 31% Rolf Harris 37% The Skids 32% VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITE... I was amazed it wasn't banned by the BBC Bob Harris Listen to Bob Harris on the song READ MORE COMMENTS... Make a comment Your Name and Town/City: Your Message: Songwriting tips Like to try your hand at writing your own songs? Get some help by looking at our guide to Writing A Song Test your knowledge Have a go at the "Walk On The Wild Side" quiz! Newsletter sign-up Sign up for updates on new songs, documentaries and live events Like this song? Try these... (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction Rolling Stones DON'T MISS Doves Special guests on Dermot's show this week What's on Radio 2 Documentaries Find out more about current and forthcoming documentaries on Radio 2.

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