Piers Morgan Criticizes Pink Floyd Legend in Fiery Iran Debate

Piers Morgan has recently criticized Roger Waters, the iconic musician from Pink Floyd, during a heated debate on his Channel 5 show, Uncensored. The discussion turned political very quickly, focusing on Waters’ left-wing comments and previous controversial statements about Donald Trump.

Piers Morgan Questions Waters’ Views on America

During the January 16 episode, Morgan challenged Waters, asking him why he resides in the United States if he is so vocal about his disdain for American politics and the Republican Party, particularly Trump. Morgan questioned, “Why live somewhere if you hate it so much or hate the leader so much?”

He further suggested Waters take a stand by moving to countries like Iran or Venezuela, which he believes represent governments Waters thinks are manageable.

Waters Defends His Position

Waters responded, asserting that he has a moral compass guiding his decisions. He emphasized his commitment to equal human rights across the globe. He stated, “I believe – I hope you’re listening – I believe in right and wrong.”

He acknowledged his success in the music industry, claiming, “I have a lot of friends, I have a network of people all over the world who also believe in equal human rights.” Waters reiterated that his activism is for those without a voice.

Morgan’s Counterarguments

However, Morgan sharply countered Waters’ claims. He pointed out that individuals and regimes Waters supports, like Nicolás Maduro and Hamas, are not voiceless. He accused Waters of using his platform to defend groups he believes perpetrate terror and support oppressive regimes in places like Iran.

• Morgan stated: “You like to stand up for one of the world’s worst regimes in Iran.”
• He further claimed that Waters misconstrues the reasons behind protests in countries like Iran, attributing them to economic issues rather than oppressive governance.

Public Reaction to the Debate

Following the broadcast, viewers expressed their opinions, with some criticizing Waters and others applauding Morgan’s interview style. Comments from the audience included:

• “No thank you very much, we don’t need him in Iran! Keep him for yourself,”
• “Roger Waters has become a moron and a hypocrite,”
• “Bravo Piers for teaching us that drugs are really bad for you.”

Some viewers expressed disappointment in artists who engage in complex political issues without a comprehensive understanding, stating it tarnishes their positive legacies.

This fiery exchange underscores the ongoing tension between artists using their platforms for political discourse and the public’s expectations regarding their understanding of global issues.