Boy George Releases Pro-Israel Song: ‘You Say Genocide I Say War’
Wanderstayfinder.com – Boy George has unveiled a new track titled We Will Dance Again, a song that clearly expresses his support for Israel’s military operations in Palestine. The release carries the powerful phrase You say genocide I say war, which appears prominently in the opening lyrics. Shared on social media platforms X and Instagram with the Hebrew title עוד נרקוד, the pop-reggae track opens with the declaration: “You say genocide, I say war / When you’re attacked, that’s what the army’s for / Does it get ugly?”
The song continues with Boy George’s response: “You bet it does / When I know you wanna kill every last one of us.” He specifically references the devastating Hamas attack at the Nova music festival in October 2023, describing the civilians killed there as “murder[ed] … for the crime of dancing.” The tragedy claimed 344 civilians and 34 security personnel, with 44 additional people taken hostage. Meanwhile, the Palestinian death toll has surpassed 73,000 since the conflict began.
Lyrics and Message Behind the Song
The chorus phrase We Will Dance Again has become a symbol of Israeli hope and solidarity following the October 7 attack, and notably served as the title for an acclaimed documentary on the subject. Boy George adds his personal stance in the lyrics: “There will be no war / But if you’re ever confused / I stand with the Jews / I don’t feel brave, I just need to behave like a human.”
“You condemn the Jews, with selective memory / Musicians holding flags, mouthing like sheep / Propaganda fuelled by the internet feels so weak.”
He also takes aim at the pro-Palestinian movement, particularly musicians who have criticized Israel. Artists such as Stormzy, Damon Albarn, Clairo, and Brian Eno have voiced support for Palestine, with Eno creating the charity single Lullaby that competed for Christmas No 1 in 2025. Boy George, though not Jewish himself, has increasingly spoken in defense of Jewish communities.
Personal Connection and Past Statements
In a Telegraph interview, Boy George reflected on his admiration for Jewish colleagues from the 1980s while leading Culture Club: “Over the years it’s been a really personal thing. It doesn’t mean that I don’t have compassion for Palestinians, it doesn’t mean that I agree with what’s going on in Israel, but I am always going to defend the people that I love.”
He emphasized his relationships: “I have a lot of Jewish friends and there would never be a situation where I’d turn my back on them.” His support extended to the Golders Green knife attack in April, which injured two Jewish men, prompting him to say: “We need to make our Jewish community know we support them.” This new song represents a strengthening of his position, as he previously stated he had no firm opinion on Israel earlier this year.
When questioned about Eurovision boycotts related to Israel’s participation, Boy George responded: “I have many Jewish friends, whom I’ve known since I was 15 or 16 years old. Are people asking me, as someone with principles, to turn my back on my Jewish friends? That is not going to happen – it will never happen.”
He continued: “From the beginning of my career, I wore the Star of David … I feel very connected to the Jewish people. I’m not necessarily connected to Israel. I don’t really have an opinion on that. But the mission of music is to unite people.”
His characterization of Israel’s actions as a legitimate military response contradicts a 2025 United Nations inquiry that concluded Israel committed genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Israel’s foreign ministry dismissed the report as “distorted and false.” Another independent UN inquiry last month found Israel was continuing to target children, a finding Israel labeled a “libellous sham.”
Boy George’s Career and New Ventures
Boy George remains one of the most iconic pop figures of the 1980s, with Culture Club achieving four UK Top 10 albums, including 1983’s Colour By Numbers, which topped the charts. Their hit singles Do You Really Want to Hurt Me? and Karma Chameleon achieved massive success in both the US and UK, becoming enduring classics on oldies radio. The band also released the anti-war track The War Song, which reached UK No 2 in 1984 with its memorable chorus: “War is stupid and people are stupid / And love means nothing in some strange quarters.”
Last month, Boy George announced the launch of Artist Included, a new company utilizing artificial intelligence to enable artists to create updated versions of their earlier songs that closely resemble the originals. This initiative aims to help artists regain control over their master recordings. The company debuted with a de-aged version of Karma Chameleon that Boy George described to the Hollywood Reporter: “When I heard it, I was absolutely gobsmacked. It sounds like another take from that original session.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the title of Boy George’s new pro-Israel song?
The song is titled We Will Dance Again, featuring the prominent lyrics “You say genocide, I say war.”
What event does Boy George reference in the song?
He specifically mentions the Hamas attack at the Nova music festival in October 2023, where 344 civilians and 34 security personnel were killed.
Is Boy George Jewish?
No, Boy George is not Jewish, but he has stated he feels “very connected to the Jewish people” and has worn the Star of David since the beginning of his career.
What is Boy George’s new company called?
He launched Artist Included, which uses AI technology to help artists create new versions of their earlier songs while maintaining control of master recordings.
