snoop1130 Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 Srivara makes U-turn on rap group By THE NATION file photo ADMITS POLICE HAVE FOUND NOTHING IN LYRICS TO IMPLICATE GROUP, SAYS VIDEO CAN BE FREELY SHARED HIT WITH harsh comments for threatening to file charges against the Rap Against Dictatorship group, Deputy Police Chief Pol General Srivara Ransibrahmanakul appeared to make a U-turn yesterday, saying the police had taken no action. He said that initially nothing had been found in the lyrics of “Prathet Ku Mee” (My Country’s Got…) that could implicate the artists, adding people can freely watch and even share the smash hit. Srivara also said that he has told the police to look into and press charges against media outlets that have been sharing “false news” about police arresting the rappers. The “Prathet Ku Mee” music video had garnered close to 20 million views on YouTube as of press time, with the number of views rising by the minute. The track caught the public’s attention only after comments from Srivara and the government last week. Prior to that, there were less than 1 million views on YouTube. Netizens also began posting catchphrases such as “My Country’s Got Srivara” or “My Country’s Got Police Officers Like This” as soon as Srivara threatened the group with legal action last week. However, Srivara said the Technology Crime Suppression Division was still examining the song to see if there was anything in the lyrics that could be violating the Computer Crimes Act or sedition laws. “Prathet Ku Mee” touches on several serious social and political issues, among them the black-panther case, which made headlines when a billionaire was accused of illegally hunting this rare species in a national park. The song also refers to a photograph of Srivara bowing in a deep “wai” to the billionaire, Premchai Karnasuta, at a police station in March. Members of the public responded by saying the deputy police chief was so humble that he would probably let the billionaire walk free even if he were found guilty. The deputy police chief admitted that he was uncomfortable about this reference, saying the black-panther case was still in court and mentioning it in the song would only cause further controversy. He also decried the rappers for trying to link this controversy with his work. Meanwhile, Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha, who is on a mobile Cabinet trip in Phayao province, also said the song’s reference to an authoritarian military regime was not true, as this government is not what the song suggests. “I would not have been able to stay this long if I was a dictator. Don’t pay much attention to it,” Prayut said. Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/detail/politics/30357456 -- © Copyright The Nation 2018-10-29 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post baboon Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 So they bottled it. A sensible move for once. 17 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Denim Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 2 minutes ago, baboon said: So they bottled it. A sensible move for once. Yep..... The men in green hum the tune and the men in brown dance the steps. If they want to keep their unelected jobs. 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Justgrazing Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 17 minutes ago, snoop1130 said: However, Srivara said the Technology Crime Suppression Division was still examining the song to see if there was anything in the lyrics that could be violating the Computer Crimes Act or sedition laws. Examine it .! Just put the headphones on an' listen to it .. 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bluesofa Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 19 minutes ago, snoop1130 said: “I would not have been able to stay this long if I was a dictator. Don’t pay much attention to it,” Prayut said. Oh dear! I had to rush off to the toilet before I wet myself! That guy is just comedy gold! Thing is, he just doesn't realise it himself. 15 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Justgrazing Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 20 minutes ago, snoop1130 said: The song also refers to a photograph of Srivara bowing in a deep “wai” to the billionaire, Premchai Karnasuta, at a police station in March. Members of the public responded by saying the deputy police chief was so humble that he would probably let the billionaire walk free even if he were found guilty. The deputy police chief admitted that he was uncomfortable about this reference, saying the black-panther case was still in court and mentioning it in the song would only cause further controversy. He also decried the rappers for trying to link this controversy with his work. Uncomfortable .! I'll wager he is .. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post gunderhill Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 25 minutes ago, snoop1130 said: mobile Cabinet trip I have a mobile cabinet you can have , you may need it sooner than you think 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Darcula Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 24 minutes ago, snoop1130 said: I would not have been able to stay this long if I was a dictator. Yeah, you tell 'em General. 3 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Eric Loh Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 26 minutes ago, snoop1130 said: I would not have been able to stay this long if I was a dictator. Don’t pay much attention to it,” Prayut said. What he meant to say “I am able to stay this long because I am a dictator. Pay attention to that peasants”. 4 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Justgrazing Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 30 minutes ago, snoop1130 said: Meanwhile, Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha, who is on a mobile Cabinet trip in Phayao province, also said the song’s reference to an authoritarian military regime was not true, as this government is not what the song suggests. A goodly amount of the population might take issue with that statement Pa .. 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmsally Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 Has the video been blocked as of this evening? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesofa Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 3 minutes ago, cmsally said: Has the video been blocked as of this evening? No, you just need to sign in to view it now. Probably the explicit lyrics in the English subtitles? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Loh Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 3 minutes ago, cmsally said: Has the video been blocked as of this evening? Last check minute ago; still on utube and 20m uploads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justgrazing Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 11 minutes ago, cmsally said: Has the video been blocked as of this evening? Played it just a moment ago with no issue's .. 20m latest score .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigT73 Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 10 minutes ago, Eric Loh said: Last check minute ago; still on utube and 20m uploads. it was at 18mill earlier this arvo and n#20 on trending. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Bluespunk Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, snoop1130 said: “I would not have been able to stay this long if I was a dictator. Don’t pay much attention to it,” Prayut said. Or else you’ll be re-educated... Edited October 29, 2018 by Bluespunk 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post janclaes47 Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 15 minutes ago, bluesofa said: No, you just need to sign in to view it now. Probably the explicit lyrics in the English subtitles? Do you need to enter address - phone number and id card number to log in? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesofa Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 3 minutes ago, janclaes47 said: Do you need to enter address - phone number and id card number to log in? Sign in with your gmail account. If you don't have, just sign up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post NCC1701A Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 20,368,166 views up two million in the last few hours. maybe bound to be a classic like this: 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Oziex1 Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 1 hour ago, Justgrazing said: Examine it .! Just put the headphones on an' listen to it .. Yep, the bit I liked was the original report where they said it would take a week to identify who it was. It is on the Top of ITunes! 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Denim Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 47 minutes ago, cmsally said: Has the video been blocked as of this evening? No Sally ..... It's just that you are already on the list. Have been for a long time. Have a small bag with essentials ready to leave at a moments notice. Check out your bag door escape route for a distance of 1 k . Exploit the landscape as much as possible and make contact with the nearest Karen. Will meet you in Rangoon for a beer at the Strand subject to security checks. 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mentalcolonization Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 Version 2 will come by January Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaiDong Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 2 hours ago, snoop1130 said: “I would not have been able to stay this long if I was a dictator. Don’t pay much attention to it,” Prayut said. I don't think this can be quoted enough, every single quote of it that I see makes me chuckle. So here's my contribution to your chuckle. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post zzaa09 Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 2 hours ago, baboon said: So they bottled it. A sensible move for once. A political move. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baboon Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 7 minutes ago, zzaa09 said: A political move. Really? Your profound insight never ceases to astound the reader with its perspicacity. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post anon2736434 Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 29 minutes ago, zzaa09 said: A political move. Yes indeed, so sad so many on here are so blind to it. They had their 15 minutes of fame now back to the real game that has already been lost by the thai people over their last 5 years of inaction. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enoon Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 1 - 0 and everything to play for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post anon2736434 Posted October 29, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 29, 2018 Just now, Enoon said: 1 - 0 and everything to play for. So one video by a group of young rappers is going to change the last 5 years of consolidation of every gov ministry and judicial court by the current gov. ? The constitution, the police, the military and other groups that cant be talked about ? And not one word or serious protest by the thai political leaders or people during this time. The thai people and their politicians will get exactly what they deserve for the next 20 years minimum. A man on his knees is only half a man. 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzaa09 Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 Just a fashionable situation. Nothing's gonna change. You people are pulled in so easy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudopode Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 Then if the song is fine... PLEASE PLEASE make more. Many more, it should serve the purpose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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