Rapper Badshah released an apology as tension escalated over the lyrics in his newly released Tateeree.

The song became controversial when multiple women's organizations raised objections to specific lyrics which they claimed contained material that disrespected and offended women.

The rapper extended his apology through an Instagram video which he posted on March 7 to address existing concerns.

The video caption states that he removed the track from digital platforms. He wrote, “The song is being taken off from everywhere.”

In the video Badshah clarified his intentions behind the lyrics and expressed regret for the offence caused.

He said, “My new song Tateeree has been released and I’ve noticed that a part of my lyrics and its visual representation have conveyed a message that has hurt the sentiments of many people especially people from Haryana. First of all I want to say that I am from Haryana. Those who know me are aware that my language my food my lifestyle and my identity come from Haryana. I am a proud Haryanvi. I never had any intention or purpose of saying anything inappropriate about any child or woman from Haryana.”

The rapper explained the meaning of the lyrics through their context while he described that the lyrics were developed according to the competitive standards of hip-hop music.

He said, “I come from the hip-hop genre, where lyrics are often aimed at putting down competitors. They are directed at rivals. It was never meant for any woman or child and I would never do that. I have always tried to carry Haryana’s culture with me wherever I go. If anyone has been hurt I sincerely apologise from the bottom of my heart. I hope you will forgive me considering me as a son of Haryana your own son.”

The controversy increased in intensity after multiple women's organizations objected to the song's lyrics and their visual presentation.

The groups claimed that specific lines in the song were both obscene and disrespectful to women. The reports showed that the track's references were perceived as inaccurate depictions of educational institutions.

According to reports by ANI, the Cyber Police Station in Sector-20 of Panchkula received an FIR on March 6 which they registered. The complaint was filed under Section 296 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) as well as Sections 3 and 4 of the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986.

Badshah's apology together with his choice to take down the song from digital platforms serve as his efforts to resolve the issues which multiple groups raised and to reduce tensions that exist in the present dispute.