When it comes to the n-word in songs, which of the following comes closest to your view?

When it comes to the n‑word in songs, which of the following comes closest to your view? Published on 28 May 2018 → Survey conducted on 28 May 2018 on 26070 GB adults

All adults

Region

Gender

Politics

Age

It is acceptable for black artists to use the n-word in their songs, and it is acceptable for white artists to sing it when singing that song

24%

It is acceptable for black artists to use the n-word in their songs, but it is unacceptable for white artists to sing it when singing that song

10%

It is not acceptable for any artists to use the n-word in their songs, regardless of whether they are black or white

45%

Don't know

21%

It is acceptable for black artists to use the n-word in their songs, and it is acceptable for white artists to sing it when singing that song

24%

It is acceptable for black artists to use the n-word in their songs, but it is unacceptable for white artists to sing it when singing that song

10%

It is not acceptable for any artists to use the n-word in their songs, regardless of whether they are black or white

45%

Don't know

21%

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