Katy Perry hits out at White House for unauthorized use of song Firework

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleUS singer Katy Perry holds the MTV Video Vanguard award after performing on stage (AFP/Getty)Katy Perry criticised the White House for using her song “Firework” in a TikTok video depicting military strikes, stating it was an unauthorised use. Perry expressed deep anger, explaining that her song, intended as an anthem of hope and inner strength, was being used in a “complete violation” of its meaning to soundtrack destruction. She clarified that her music is for bringing people together, not for celebrating warfare or violence. Other artists, including Ariana Grande, SZA, and Sabrina Carpenter, have also condemned the White House for using their songs in videos promoting controversial policies. These artists reacted strongly to their music being used to soundtrack immigration arrests and deportation efforts, describing the actions as “barbaric,” “evil,” “and “rage-baiting”. In fullKaty Perry rails against Trump and White House for ‘celebrating warfare’ with unauthorized use of her songMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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