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Celine Dion Criticizes Donald Trump for Using ‘My Heart Will Go On’ at Rally: ‘Really, THAT Song?’
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“In no way is this use authorized and Celine Dion does not endorse this or any similar use.”
Celine Dion Condemns Unauthorized Use of Her Song at Trump Rally
Celine Dion has publicly criticized Donald Trump for playing her iconic song “My Heart Will Go On” at a recent campaign rally in Montana without her permission. The Canadian singer took to Instagram on Saturday to express her disapproval, stating that neither she nor her management had authorized the use of the song. The statement read, “Today, Celine Dion’s management team and her record label Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc., became aware of the unauthorized usage of the video, recording, musical performance, and likeness of Celine Dion singing ‘My Heart Will Go On’ at a Donald Trump / JD Vance campaign rally in Montana.”
Dion made it clear that she does not endorse the use of her music at Trump events, ending her statement with a pointed remark: “…And really, THAT song?” The track, which is best known as the Oscar-winning theme for James Cameron‘s Titanic, seemed an ironic choice for a political rally, leading many fans to draw parallels between the song’s association with a sinking ship and the current political landscape.
A History of Clashing with Trump
This is not the first time Celine Dion’s name has been linked with Donald Trump. In 2016, she reportedly declined an invitation to perform at Trump’s presidential inauguration, a decision that was publicly noted at the time. Instead, the inauguration featured performances from artists such as 3 Doors Down, Toby Keith, and Lee Greenwood.
The use of Dion’s music at the Montana rally adds her to a growing list of artists who have taken issue with Trump using their work without permission. The situation has drawn significant attention due to the song’s iconic status and its ironic undertones when used in a political context.
A Long List of Artist Rejections
Celine Dion is far from the only artist to voice objections to Trump using their music at his rallies. In recent years, numerous musicians and their estates have publicly rebuked Trump for using their songs without permission. In April, the estate of the late Sinéad O’Connor condemned Trump for playing her hit “Nothing Compares 2 U” at several events, stating that O’Connor would have been “disgusted, hurt and insulted” by the use of her work.
Other artists who have similarly spoken out include Pharrell Williams, Adele, Guns N’ Roses, Aerosmith, Neil Young, Rihanna, and the Rolling Stones, among others. Despite these objections, Trump has continued to play many of their songs at his rallies, often leading to public disputes between the former president and the artists.
Celine Dion’s strong stance against the unauthorized use of her music at Trump’s rally highlights the ongoing tension between artists and political figures who use their work without permission, a trend that shows no signs of abating.
