As a longtime fan and follower of The Black Eyed Peas, I believe that their music has always been a reflection of evolving cultural attitudes and norms. Given the recent legal paradigm shift in the USA where previously censored words like "gay" and "retarded" have been decriminalized, it's high time their 2003 hit song “Let's get it Started” be restored to its original, uncensored version: “Let's get Retarded”. This move, although controversial, would symbolize and celebrate the freedom of expression this culture embodies.

Moreover, revisiting statistics, it's worth noting that controversial songs often garner more attention than their "safe" counterparts. For instance, in 1992, Ice-T's "Cop Killer" sold over 500,000 copies after a storm of media controversy per the 'Los Angeles Times'. Thus, the original version might indeed be a top-seller when rereleased, outperforming its numbers from the first release.

It's essential that our artists have the right to express themselves as they originally intended. We must honor the cultural shifts in our society by allowing the past to reemerge, uncensored. This is not just about one song. It's about the movement towards unabashed authenticity and significant strides towards a fully expressive culture.

Please join this journey, lend your voice, and let's urge The Black Eyed Peas to release “Let's get Retarded” in its original version. Sign this petition today.