music
March 23, 2026
Kinks guitarist Dave Davies hits back at Moby for calling 1970 single Lola ‘gross and transphobic’
The band’s co-founder responded to the US musician’s comments, defending the song and saying they are ‘not transphobic’
TL;DR
- Dave Davies responded to Moby's criticism of The Kinks' song 'Lola,' which Moby called 'gross and transphobic.'
- Davies expressed insult at Moby's accusation and defended the song's lyrical content.
- Davies referenced past positive interactions with transgender individuals, including the Cockettes theatre group.
- Trans punk icon Jayne County wrote a letter supporting the song, stating it broke down barriers and brought LGBTQ+ subjects to the forefront.
- The article notes other instances of LGBTQ+ related themes in The Kinks' music and Dave Davies' personal life.