The Wiggles Address Controversy Over Keli Holiday’s ‘Ecstasy’ TikTok
The Wiggles, the beloved children’s entertainment group, recently found themselves at the center of controversy after a TikTok video featuring them and musician Keli Holiday was removed from social media following backlash from parents. The video, which showcased Blue Wiggle Anthony Field and his nephew Dominic dancing behind Holiday as he promoted his new single “Ecstasy,” drew criticism due to the song’s suggestive lyrics. The chorus, which includes the phrase “Hey girl, come on, dance with me / You and your pocket full of ecstasy,” raised concerns about the appropriateness of pairing children’s entertainers with adult-themed music, leading to a flurry of complaints from concerned parents and guardians.
In response to the uproar, The Wiggles issued a statement clarifying their position and distancing themselves from the controversial content. They emphasized that they do not support or condone drug use in any form and that the video was created without their knowledge or approval. A spokesperson for the group stated, “We understand that a video circulating on social media has caused concern for many parents and professionals,” reiterating their commitment to providing safe and educational experiences for children. The Wiggles noted that while Keli Holiday is a longtime friend, the music and editing associated with the TikTok clip were done independently, without their awareness. This clarification aimed to reassure families that their performance at the recent TikTok Awards, where they appeared alongside Holiday, was family-friendly and aligned with the group’s values.
Keli Holiday, known for his work as part of the duo Peking Duk, released “Ecstasy” earlier this month. The song, which was developed during collaborative sessions with Golden Features and Belgian singer Romanie, was finalized with producer Konstantin Kersting. Despite the controversy surrounding the TikTok clip, Holiday described the track as a spontaneous creation. The incident serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between children’s entertainment and adult themes, highlighting the importance of maintaining clear boundaries to protect young audiences. As The Wiggles reaffirm their commitment to family-friendly content, this situation underscores the ongoing dialogue about the role of music and media in children’s lives.
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The Wiggles
have issued a statement after a TikTok video featuring the children’s entertainment group and Keli Holiday — the solo project of
Peking Duk’s
Adam Hyde — was removed from social media following complaints from parents.
The since-deleted clip, first reported by
News.com.au
, showed Blue Wiggle Anthony Field and his nephew Dominic Field (who portrays The Tree of Wisdom) dancing behind Holiday as he promoted his new single “Ecstasy.” The chorus of the track includes the lyric: “Hey girl, come on, dance with me / You and your pocket full of ecstasy,” prompting criticism from viewers who felt the pairing blurred the line between children’s entertainment and adult-coded content.
The video was posted shortly after Holiday appeared onstage with the pair at the 2025 TikTok Awards on Nov. 26, where The Wiggles joined him for a performance of his single “Dancing2.” Anthony played the bagpipes during the set while Dominic performed his signature dance alongside Holiday’s partner, broadcaster Abbie Chatfield.
After the TikTok clip began circulating, a spokesperson for The Wiggles told
The West Australian
that the group “does not support or condone the use of drugs in any form,” emphasizing that the video was created without their approval.
“We understand that a video circulating on social media has caused concern for many parents and professionals, and we want to address that directly,” the spokesperson said. “The Wiggles do not support or condone the use of drugs in any form. The content being shared was not created or approved by us, and we have asked for it to be removed.”
The statement clarified that while Holiday is a longtime friend of the group, the music added to the clip was edited in after their TikTok Awards appearance. “While Keli Holiday (Adam Hyde) is a friend of The Wiggles, the video and the music added to it were created independently and without our knowledge,” the spokesperson continued. “Our performance at the TikTok Awards was family-friendly and fun, and this video was edited together separately and without our awareness.”
The group ended by reaffirming their commitment to families: “We deeply value the confidence families place in us and we remain committed to creating safe, positive, and educational experiences for children and families in Australia and around the world.”
Holiday released “Ecstasy” earlier this month, describing the track as a spontaneous idea that took shape during sessions with Golden Features and Belgian singer Romanie, before finalising the song with producer Konstantin Kersting.
