Secular choir performs Madonna's controversial 'Like A Prayer' on Christmas Day

In December 2022, a performance by a secular choir took place at the Gasteig cultural center in Munich, Germany. They performed Madonna's iconic 1989 song 'Like A Prayer', which has recently gained renewed attention due to its feature in the popular 'Deadpool & Wolverine' movie. The choir's rendition went viral on TikTok, where many viewers expressed their surprise that a church choir was seemingly unaware of the sexual undertones in the song, leading to a wave of humorous commentary on social media. Although the viral attention suggested a deep misunderstanding of the choir's identity, they clarified that they are not affiliated with any church and indeed recognize the double meanings present in the lyrics. The choir's statement indicated that their intention was to celebrate music and connect people through singing, regardless of the song's controversial nature. They embraced the unexpected attention as an opportunity to promote unity and joy through music, hoping this could bridge societal divides. The incident sparked discussion about the interpretations of pop songs within different performance contexts, especially concerning their themes and messages when performed by various groups.