In a lengthy note, Victor Willis explained why he changed his tune on the Republican's use of the 1978 disco classic.

"I'm glad I allowed the President-elect's continued use of Y.M.C.A.," Willis wrote. "And I thank him for choosing to use my song."

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.