Staff Reports
In an era where artists often wield their grievance-holding for social clout, one notable exception has emerged from the colorful world of disco. Victor Willis, the proud sailor from the Village People, has thrown a lifeboat to President-elect Donald Trump amid a sea of artists who have slammed the door on his musical selections. Rather than retreating into a corner lamenting the usage of his hit “Y.M.C.A.,” Willis expressed his delight at Trump’s enthusiastic dance moves and the fervor they have sparked.
Willis took to social media to praise Trump’s affection for his song, noting that the President-elect appears to genuinely enjoy the catchy tune. Unlike many fellow musicians who have opted to grumble about their music being played at political rallies, Willis found it downright charming that Trump has embraced one of disco’s enduring anthems. While many may indulge in artistic temper tantrums, Willis chose to spread joy—apparently, some artists still can appreciate the fun amidst the political fray.
Village People sailor changes tune on Trump's use of 'Y.M.C.A.': 'He’s having a lot of fun with it' https://t.co/hjsQW2NNdI
— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) December 4, 2024
Refusing to join the ranks of the moaners, Willis candidly acknowledged that he had initially requested a cessation of the song’s political use due to an avalanche of complaints. However, with the realization that Trump’s campaign had legally secured the rights, he decided to throw logic and common sense into the mix, opting to let the President-elect dance freely to the tune that helped define the disco era. Surprisingly, there’s something refreshingly American about taking a stand—even if it sways to a funky beat.
Perhaps what’s most intriguing is how Willis’ acceptance of Trump’s campaign has resulted in quite the serendipitous financial windfall. Amidst the political posturing, his song recently topped the charts, securing a significant cash flow—a welcome result attributed, at least in part, to Trump’s signature dance moves sweeping through rallies and, it seems, into NFL end zones. Who knew “Y.M.C.A” would find new life alongside touchdowns and political rallies, all sparked by the folksy charm of a President hoping to inject a little disco flair into his campaign?
The disco revival led by Trump’s penchant for pumping up crowds has made waves beyond just his rallies, with sports stars now getting in on the act. NFL players have adopted the dance as a celebratory staple, turning a political tune into a universal victory anthem. It seems that while many artists may be caught in the crossfire of culture wars, Willis has decided to turn his song into a bipartisan celebration of fun and fitness. Not too shabby for the Village People’s sailor, who might argue that in politics, just like in disco, it’s all about knowing how to have a good time.
