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FIFA announced that the Village People will perform their iconic song 'Y.M.C.A.' at the upcoming World Cup draw in Washington, D.C., which will feature a star-studded entertainment lineup and is linked to political figures including former President Trump, who has a notable association with the song and the event.
Former Village People member David Hodo has responded to the band's founder Victor Willis, who denied that 'Y.M.C.A.' is a "gay anthem." Willis argued that the song's association with gay culture is misguided, while Hodo credited the song's endurance to its dance moves rather than its songwriting. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions between former band members over the song's legacy and the contributions of its creators.
Victor Willis, the lead singer and lyricist of the Village People, has publicly refuted the notion that their hit song "YMCA" is a gay anthem, despite its long-standing association with the LGBTQ community. Willis insists the song was not written with the gay community in mind and has threatened legal action against those who claim otherwise. He clarified that the song's references to the YMCA were based on his experiences in urban areas, not on any illicit activities. Willis also expressed his willingness to allow Donald Trump to use the song at rallies.
Victor Willis, a founding member of the Village People, defended Donald Trump's use of "Y.M.C.A." at campaign rallies, stating that Trump had the necessary BMI license and genuinely enjoyed the song. Willis chose not to withdraw permissions, noting the financial benefits and clarifying that the song is not a "gay anthem," but appeals to a broad audience, including Trump.
Victor Willis, the writer of "YMCA," clarifies that the song is not gay-themed, despite popular belief. He expresses gratitude for Donald Trump's use of the song at rallies, which has reportedly generated millions in revenue. Willis plans to take legal action against those who label the song as a gay anthem, emphasizing that it was inspired by activities at the YMCA unrelated to gay culture.
Victor Willis of the Village People thanked Donald Trump for using "Y.M.C.A." at his rallies, despite initial objections, due to the song's increased popularity and financial benefits. Willis clarified that "Y.M.C.A." is not a gay anthem, countering assumptions based on the group's history and the song's associations. He emphasized the song's universal appeal and warned against labeling it as a gay anthem, threatening legal action against such claims starting in 2025.
Victor Willis, singer and co-writer of "Y.M.C.A." from the Village People, defended Donald Trump's use of the song at campaign rallies, clarifying that it was not intended as a "gay anthem." Despite receiving complaints, Willis allowed Trump to continue using the song due to the financial benefits, as it boosted the song's popularity. Willis emphasized that the song's association with gay culture is a misconception and plans to take legal action against media outlets labeling it as a gay anthem.
Iconic 70s band Village People sent a cease and desist letter to Donald Trump demanding he stops using their hits including Macho Man and YMCA without consent. The letter calls the performance 'unauthorised' and said that seeing Trump dance to the song at Mar-a-Lago would make fans and the general public believe it was performed by the actual Village People, not a tribute band. Trump previously used the group's songs, especially Macho Man, in his campaign rallies but was asked to stop using the songs according to a letter from Village People manager Karen Willis, who is married to Victor Willis.
The Village People have sent a cease-and-desist letter to Donald Trump's lawyer, demanding that he stop using their music and likeness at his events. The band's manager, Karen Willis, threatened to sue if Trump does not comply. The letter cited a recent unauthorized performance of "Macho Man" by a cover band at Mar-a-Lago, which caused "public confusion" and made people think it was the actual band performing and endorsing Trump. Trump has been using the Village People's music, especially their song "YMCA," for years now.
Village People has sent a cease-and-desist letter to former President Donald Trump, demanding that he stop using their music without consent. The band's manager, Karen Willis, sent the letter after a video of Trump and a Village People lookalike group dancing to "Macho Man" at his Mar-a-Lago estate went viral. The band has threatened to file a lawsuit against Trump if he doesn't stop using their images and music, and has asked him to stop hiring impersonators to perform their songs at events and rallies. Trump's attorney has responded by saying he will only deal with the attorney of the Village People if they have one, not the wife of one of the members.