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Image:HeroSample.ogg is being used on this article. I notice the image page specifies that the image is being used under
fair use but there is no
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BetacommandBot (
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18:16, 2 January 2008 (UTC)reply
éirígí Alternative Video
I added the following information in relation to a cover of the song/x factor version. It is perfectly legitimate material, relevant to both the original song and the x factor cover and is fully cited/referenced. It should not be removed on the grounds of "propaganda" as attempted by some british users as it's as neutral/unbiased as the x factor's Help for "heroes" release and doing so would be unfair and potentially libelous to wikipedia as it would indicate bias/censorship.
On the 14th of December 2008,
Irishpolitical partyéirígí released an alternative video to the X Factor's "Hero" release on their website.[1] In a statement on their website, the party claimed that "In response to the release of the X Factor’s ‘Hero’ in support of Britain’s occupation of Afghanistan and Iraq éirígí has compiled an alternative video highlighting the true nature of modern day imperialism".[2] The video was removed from various video hosting sites in the days following its release.[3]. —Preceding
unsigned comment added by
86.45.81.139 (
talk)
10:54, 2 January 2009 (UTC)reply
Everything on Wikipedia has to adhere to the basic policies, the
five pillars. Everything must be
verifiable,
neutral and ultimately relevant to the article at hand. One of the key guidelines that governs Wikipedia is
notability, is what is being included notable and relevant to the article at hand. Does it give sufficient weight? In an article about a Mariah Carey song, is it relevant to include a parody of a cover? No, it isn't, it is completely
undue weight. Quote from
WP:UNDUE "Keep in mind that in determining proper weight we consider a viewpoint's prevalence in reliable sources, not its prevalence among Wikipedia editors." I can see no reliable source that discusses this video, its effects, or its viewpoint.
Woody (
talk)
15:15, 2 January 2009 (UTC)reply
Woody is correct. I have removed the section and protected the article. I also commend Woody in bringing the dispute to the attention of the projects. If the anonymous editor can show that that version has been mention in reliable, independent sources, then it can be mention with due weight. Until then, the two 'references' were pretty unconvincing: one was basically 'get this as much as possible on the internet..."
The JPStalk to me15:35, 2 January 2009 (UTC)reply
It's fine that it's mentioned in the
éirígí article, but not that much here. It can be briefly pointed out that there's a parody and a link to the respective part of the éirígí article. This could be done via the see also section.
Wandalstouring (
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16:40, 2 January 2009 (UTC)reply
Coming at this from the MilHist side I'd agree that inclusion of any commentary lends undue weight to the opinion of a small group, although mention is probably reasonable on the page related to that group. That said I think that the proposed wording has an inherent bias and should probably be moderated anyway.
In addition I think that the current discussion of the X factor rendition is excessive, the level of detail is unnecessary with a blow by blow account of each performers contribution each time it's been performed. I would say that probably also falls under the undue weight consideration as well. I'd recommend a serious culling, probably bringing the substantive content down to no more than a paragraph.
Just pop my head in; I think Woody et al have done the right thing in this situation. With no reliable sources, there shouldn't be a section on the video.
Skinny87 (
talk)
17:19, 2 January 2009 (UTC)reply
As a result of discussion above, and out of common sense, I have copied over the contents of the Hero cover bit to
Hero (X Factor release). As this page is protected, it would be a breach of policy to remove it from this article without a consensus. Can I go ahead and remove it all from this article and create a stub paragraph? Regards,
Woody (
talk)
17:40, 2 January 2009 (UTC)reply
Chord Progression
Hello folks. "The song's chorus has a basic chord progression of Gsus2–G–G/F♯–Em7–G/D–C-G/B–Am" Just wanna comment on this. Is this basic chord progression? --
Efe (
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14:22, 13 June 2011 (UTC)reply
Hi Efe. I honestly have no idea, but when I re-did the article I had a friend (don't remember which one) take a look and do their best to decipher it. Do you know anything about this?--
CallMeNathan •
Talk2Me00:10, 14 June 2011 (UTC)reply
After thoroughly reviewing this article, I have decided to put this article on-hold to allow time for changes. Most of the article is fine and ready for good article status. However, there are some minor issues that I addressed below keeping it away from good article status that involve the prose of the article. I will give a week for these mistakes to be fixed and/or defend any items below that you believe do not affect good article status. -
Rp0211 (talk2me)06:53, 30 June 2011 (UTC)reply
A. Images are copyright tagged, and non-free images have
fair use rationales:
B. Images are provided where possible and appropriate, with
suitable captions:
Overall:
Pass or Fail:
Lead
"The song experienced strong success in several international markets, becoming Carey's eighth chart topper on the Billboard Hot 100." - For clarity, make it "...in several international markets and also became Carey's..."
"...topping the charts in Ireland the UK for three weeks..." - Fix sentence grammar
Background
"In 1989, Carey was discovered by Tommy Mottola, CEO of Columbia Records, and was promptly signed to the label." - Needs a reference
"...four other tracks were written and produced by the former..." - Instead of former, put last name of producer
"...the only hold over from her debut." - Unclear terminology
"Emotions contained influences from mostly 1950's, 60's and 70's balladry and gospel, as well as her continued work of R&B and soul." - Needs a reference
Writing and recording
No issues
Composition and lyrical content
"I call it the 'Spirit of God'that dwells within me." - Put space in between "God" and "that"
Copyright lawsuits
"This case has been thrown out of court thee times." - Fix spelling of "three"
Reception
"On November 8, 2008, following the release of the "Hero" by the X Factor finalists, re-entering the chart at number 100." - It should be "it re-entered.."
Music videos and re-recordings
"Additionally, a music video was filmed and released for the 2008 version, featuring behind the scenes footage of the song's recording, as well as Carey's writing music in the studio." - Needs a source
Traditionally, we don't require sources for music video synopsis, as it is readily verifiable to everyone, and is not always sourced by a high quality reference. See other article to see what I mean.--
CallMeNathan •
Talk2Me19:38, 30 June 2011 (UTC)reply
Live performances
No issues
Cover versions and uses
No issues
Track listings
No issues
Credits and personnel
No issues
Charts
I recommend using
Template:Singlechart under the "Peak positions" subsection. It is not required for GA status, although it makes it more organized.
The X Factor UK 2008 finalists version
No issues
See also
No issues
References
Reference 19 - Does Fox News need to be italicized?
Reference 60 - Does MTV News need to be italicized?
Reference 62 - Does BBC News need to be italicized?
All issues have now been addressed. I now feel confident to pass this article to good article status. Congratulations and very good work with this article. -
Rp0211 (talk2me)22:19, 30 June 2011 (UTC)reply
'...per say [sic]...'
Hi there :D Just enquiring into changing 'per say [sic]' to 'per se' :) I'm all very new to this :) However, correct me if I'm wrong, aren't 'per se' and 'per say', phonetically speaking, identical? :) How is the conclusion being drawn that she said 'per say' when the message wasn't encoded on a written medium and I as such feel we can't assume that she confused 'say' for 'se'? :) Again I've only recently started doing edits of this nature and so I look forward to a reply as I clearly as of yet to do not understand how such matters are discerned and I'm sure there's reasoning behind this edit :) Thanks in advance :)
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01:50, 7 December 2011 (UTC)reply
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