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Which Iron Maiden song was banned from radio play?

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Answer

The song "The Number of the Beast" by Iron Maiden was banned from radio play due to its controversial lyrical content. Some religious groups interpreted the lyrics as blasphemous and sacrilegious, sparking outrage and protests. This led to several radio stations refusing to play the song, effectively banning it from their airwaves.
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