Village People Founder Would ‘Seriously Consider’ Performing ‘Y.M.C.A.’ For Trump—After Demanding He Stop Playing It
The band’s founding member Victor Willis had previously opposed President-elect Donald Trump’s use of their song, but in recent weeks has embraced it following renewed attention and chart success.
"He brought so much joy": Village People vocalist backs Trump's "Y.M.C.A." use
Donald Trump's love of the Village People is well-documented, as is the group's pushback against tracks like "Y.M.C.A." and "Macho Man" being played at Trump rallies. The disco group's co-founder Victor Willis walked back that opposition on Thursday during a visit to Fox News.
Village People singer explains change of heart on Trump using ‘Y.M.C.A.’ at events
CNN’s Laura Coates speaks with Village People lead singer Victor Willis about President-elect Donald Trump’s use of the group’s hit “Y.M.C.A.” during his rallies.
Village People singer defends Trump’s use of ‘Y.M.C.A.,’ says song isn’t a ‘gay anthem’
Y.M.C.A.” singer and co-writer Victor Willis of the band Village People defended President-elect Donald Trump’s use of the song Monday on Facebook. Willis denied that the disco tune was intended as a “gay anthem,
YMCA Singer Says Vibes Not $$$ Changed His Mind on Trump’s Use of the Song
Willis also spoke about the “financial benefits” of Trump’s getting down to the track, saying it’s “estimated to gross several million dollars since the President Elect’s continued use of the song.” “Therefore, I’m glad I allowed the President Elect’s continued use of Y.M.C.A. And I thank him for choosing to use my song,” Willis said.
Village People's Victor Willis okay with 'Y.M.C.A' for Trump and the gays
Victor Willis, one of the Village People's founders, posted to social media on Monday defending President-elect Donald Trump 's use of the song “Y.M.C.A.” and threatening legal action against any news organization that labels the iconic tune a gay anthem.
Village People singer who wrote ‘Y.M.C.A.’ says Trump using the song has brought in millions
Victor Willis, who co-wrote and sang the hit song, also threatened to sue any news outlet that refers to it as a “gay anthem.”
Village People singer defends and thanks Trump for using his ‘YMCA’ song
Victor Willis, lead singer of the Village People, wrote a lengthy defense of Donald Trump using hit song "Y.M.C.A." and corrected belief that it was a "gay anthem."
Here's Why Village People Frontman Doesn't Mind Donald Trump Using His 'Y.M.C.A.' Song at Rallies
Victor Willis, a.k.a. the co-creator and frontman of popular music group the Village People, is speaking out about former President Donald Trump and his use of their famous song “Y.M.C.A.” — but what he said might surprise you.
Village People singer’s threat to sue over Y.M.C.A. being called a ‘gay anthem’
Village People member and lyricist of the group’s disco classic Y.M.C.A. has said he will sue anyone who calls the ’70s hit a “gay anthem”.
Village People singer explains change of heart on Trump using ‘Y.M.C.A.’ at rallies
CNN’s Laura Coates speaks with Village People lead singer Victor Willis about President-elect Donald Trump’s use of the group’s hit “Y.M.C.A.” during his rallies.
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“Y.M.C.A.” Gets Serious After Village People Singer Victor Willis Threatens Legal Action Against Song’s Misrepresentation
From the arm choreography to the theatrical horn intro, “Y.M.C.A.” could probably be considered one of the least serious ...
Village People founder changes tune, endorses Trump's use of 'YMCA': Bringing 'joy to the American people'
Village People founder Victor Willis spent years pushing back on Trump's use of the '70s disco hit which is now topping the ...