Foster The People May Retire Controversial Song 'Pumped Up Kicks'

The band Foster The People may retire their song 'Pumped Up Kicks', which centers on a fictional boy fantasizing about a shooting. Mark Foster, the song's writer, intended it as a call to action against gun violence. Despite this, the song has faced criticism for allegedly promoting violence, especially after incidents like the Sandy Hook and Parkland shootings. Some radio stations have stopped playing it. Foster is concerned about the song's impact on those affected by shootings and has decided to stop performing it, acknowledging that public perception is beyond his control.

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