A Division of NBCUniversal. Earlier this year, I wrote a column suggesting that the Kansas City Chiefs must bring back its traditional touchdown song, “Rock ‘N’ Roll Part Two.” The song has not been played at Arrowhead Stadium since 2014. Data is a real-time snapshot *Data is delayed at least 15 minutes. Gary Glitter, real name Paul Gadd, arrives at Southwark Crown Court on February 5, 2015 in London, England. The former glam rock star faces 10 charges … Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. The R-rated comic book movie smashed box office records over the weekend, with Warner Bros. hauling in $93.5 million in the U.S. alone. The contentious inclusion of a song by convicted pedophile Gary Glitter in "Joker" has sparked a wave of criticism from moviegoers, with many concerned the disgraced former glam rock singer will be entitled to lucrative music royalties. The 75-year-old was jailed for a total of 16 years in 2015 for attempted rape, four counts of indecent assault and one count of having sex with a girl under 13. We want to hear from you. Could the Chiefs use it and not pay him also? Kansas City Chiefs news from FanSided Daily, Green Bay Packers defeat Kansas City Chiefs despite Matt Moore’s best efforts, Kansas City Chiefs show great potential in loss to Packers, Kansas City Chiefs must bring back its traditional touchdown song, NFL standings: Chargers gain ground on Chiefs in AFC West, Grading the biggest deals before the NFL trade deadline, Green Bay Packers defeat Kansas City Chiefs despite Matt Moore's best efforts, Patrick Mahomes likely to return Week 10 at Tennessee Titans. The former glam rock star faces 10 charges relating to alleged sexual crimes from the 1970s and early 1980s. Many defended the Chiefs for leaving one of its epic traditions because the team does not want to pay Glitter any royalties. The song plays for approximately two minutes as Joaquin Phoenix, who has received rave reviews for his portrayal of the eponymous villain, dances down a long flight of steps outside his Gotham City apartment. He was first jailed in 1999 when he admitted to possessing images of child abuse. Glitter, also known as Paul Gadd, is currently serving a 16-year jail term for sexual crimes against minors. According to reports, Gary Glitter will not receive royalties for the recent usage of his song in a film. All Rights Reserved. (Photo by Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images), 'Joker' stirs controversy, tighter security, but ticket sales strong, smashed box office records over the weekend. All six offenses were committed in the 1970s and 1980s. However, while some have praised Todd Phillips' story and direction, and Joaquin Phoenix's portrayal, many have questioned whether the film, which depicts mass murder, could unintentionally be portraying "Joker" as a heroic or inspirational figure. That marked the highest debut for a film released in October in cinematic history. Build your custom FanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis on Kansas City Chiefs and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. If the Chiefs would not have to pay Glitter, it would squash the biggest criticism from the idea, and perhaps a possible step in bringing back an old Arrowhead tradition—still a favorite of many to this day. But given that Glitter does not receive any royalties for his song appearing in Joker, would this change your mind on whether the Chiefs should bring it back? Glitter, whose real name is Paul Gadd, is reportedly expected to receive a lump sum for allowing the recording to be used in "Joker." In an interview with the L.A. Times, a spokesperson from Snapper Music, the London-based label that owns Glitter’s recordings, said that Glitter sold his rights to the recording and publishing of “Rock ‘N’ Roll Part Two”, as well as some of his other songs, more than 20 years ago. “We’ve had no contact with him.”. Gary Glitter, real name Paul Gadd, arrives at Southwark Crown Court on February 5, 2015 in London, England. Warner Bros. declined to comment on the choice of song. But, despite the film's opening weekend success, the makers of the movie have stoked controversy for featuring Glitter's 1972 hit "Rock and Roll Part 2" in a lengthy scene. © 2020 CNBC LLC. If you have seen the new film Joker (no spoilers, I promise), the song is played at one point during the movie. He is also thought to be in line for music royalties depending on the success of movie theater ticket sales, DVD sales and film soundtrack sales. Your privacy is safe with us. While Glitter was being investigated, the Chiefs used a cover of “Rock ‘N’ Roll Part 2” before parting ways with the song. “Gary Glitter does not get paid,” the spokesman said to the L.A. Times, who wanted to remain anonymous. Got a confidential news tip? But many also voted against it because they said that Gary Glitter, co-writer and performer of the song, would receive royalties for the song. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images). We'll never pass along your email address to spammers, scammers, or the like. In fact, many Chiefs fans reacted angrily to the article I wrote, saying they don’t want Glitter to receive any royalties. Sign up for free newsletters and get more CNBC delivered to your inbox. That marked the highest debut for a film released in October in cinematic history. — CNBC's Sarah Whitten contributed to this article. Get this delivered to your inbox, and more info about our products and services. Global Business and Financial News, Stock Quotes, and Market Data and Analysis. "Joker" also garnered $140.5 million internationally, bringing the film's total ticket sales to $234 million, Warner Bros. said Sunday. KANSAS CITY, MO - SEPTEMBER 11: Fans and players react as running back Spencer Ware #32 of the Kansas City Chiefs scores a game tying touchdown with just over one minute left in the game in the fourth quarter after trailing 24-3 against the San Diego Chargers at Arrowhead Stadium on September 11, 2016 in Kansas City, Missouri. A majority of Chiefs fans on social were open to the idea of bringing back the song to Arrowhead Stadium. Powered by Minute Media © 2020 All Rights Reserved. Directed by Todd Phillips, "Joker" received critical acclaim following its debut at the Venice Film Festival in August. The R-rated comic book movie smashed box office records over the weekend, with Warner Bros. hauling in $93.5 million in the U.S. alone. More pertinently, would the Chiefs be willing to bring the tradition back if they did not have to pay Glitter any royalties? According to NME, Universal Music Publishing Group in the United States also confirmed that Glitter would not receive any royalties from them for the use of the song in Joker.