Overview

• The term 'Oberindianer' in Udo Lindenberg's 1983 hit song is considered discriminatory by some Berlin choirs.
• The Humboldt Forum Foundation plans to alter the word during performances by eight choirs in November.
• Critics argue that this censorship is excessive and undermines the song's historical and satirical context.
• The foundation acknowledges the term's colonial connotations and its potential to offend indigenous populations.
• Udo Lindenberg has yet to publicly comment on the decision to modify his song.