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BANGKOK, Feb 7 (AFP): Popular Thai rapper Joey Boy and his songwriter on Tuesday apologised to Muslims over one of their songs containing verses from the Koran, and said the album would be withdrawn from the market.
Joey Boy, whose real name is Abhisit Opasiemlikit, said he had no idea that the song, which was produced eight years ago, contained passages from the Muslim holy book.
"I have sent a formal written apology to the Sheikhul Islam of Thailand (Muslim Spiritual Leader's Office)," he said.
Muslims for Peace group leader Mureed Temasen said Thailand's minority Muslim community accepted the explanation from the rapper over the offending song "Choey", which means "Stay Put".
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