I am not here to argue Untouched is lyrically sophisticated or musically complex, but I can only lift a tiny bow to an even tinier violin for those upset by its inclusion in the countdown. (And use it to play the song’s iconic opening, of course.)

So much of the confusion and outrage about the high ranking of Untouched – a “national shame” and “the first time I’ve heard of this song” were among the negative comments on Triple J’s social media channels – has focused on the idea that young folk can’t possibly understand what is good or, rather, what is “Australian”.

But the largest voting demographic for the countdown was people aged 18 to 29, and there were still two Cold Chisel songs in the top 10. The kids get it.

What they also get is that pub rock is not the only Australian music worth celebrating.

And even with the sprinklings of pop and electronica, this was still a countdown full of white dudes on guitars. Only 12 of the 100 songs in yesterday’s countdown were performed by or featured women. Tina Arena, Courtney Barnett, Kasey Chambers and Sia all did not feature. Hip hop fans got three Hilltop Hoods tracks.

To quote Jess and Lisa, I am “not going to be around to answer all the questions left behind” by this piece. So, I will finish on this: If Untouched being named one the greatest Australian songs upsets you, you may just be out of touch.

Mary Ward is a staff reporter.

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