Nancy Wilson De Heart is being ridiculed by fans after the legendary guitarist opens openly to the use of Donald Trump from one of the band’s songs without his permission.
“At the beginning of today, during a parade held in support of the military of our nation and organized by President Donald Trump, the song” Barracuda “was interpreted in heart without permission or authorization of us,” Wilson wrote to Instagram On Sunday, next to a photo of her wearing a hat saying, “There is no kind, but us.”
“” Barracuda “, written and performed by Ann and I, is a powerful music that was never destined for political use,” the musician continued. “As daughters of a north -American marine body, we have a deep and respectful respect for men and women who serve our armed forces. On a day intended to honor this service, it is important that the music used in these environments not only reflects the tone of the event, but also the desires of the artists who created it.”
While some fans praised Wilson for talking about his mind, others were not so kind.
“Imagine -you call a democratically elected king. Which clown,” said an Instagram user.
“This statement was meaningless,” another comment is called. “Sorry, but a song borrowed for the army where people died from our rights and freedom seems trivial.”
“As a guitarist partner, I have always had the utmost respect for you. As a musician who will never fade away, but you just went down to my book as a person,” said another Instagram user.
Instrumental versions of “Barracuda” played for Trump’s military parade in Washington DC on Saturday, June 14, seconds Billboard.
The parade aimed to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Army, but also fell on the 79th anniversary of the President.
The event attracted crowd at a reported price of $ 25 to 45 million, Billboard reported. In the meantime, ACLU said that one About five million People participated in more than 2,100 Rallies of ‘No Kings’ Throughout the country, turning it into the largest protest in the history of the country.
Although usually quiet in political issues, Wilson Previously he told Masslive This rock music “has to be more alive today than you need for a while.”
“The cultural atmosphere really oppressive, these days is a good configuration for a new artistic renaissance and an open mentality in the arts to return and show the face again,” said Wilson.
Wilson is among many musicians who have it hit Trump to use his songs without permission In political events.
Other artists include Adele, Beyoncé, Brendon Urie, Celine Dion, Earth, Wind & Fire, Foo FightersN ‘roses guns, Jack White (White Stripes)Linkin Park, Neil Young, Nickelback, Ozzy Osbourne, Pharrell Williams, Rem, Rihanna, Rolling Stones and Steven Tyler, as well as Queen, Prince, Prince, Prince, Sinead o’connorTom petty, Rufus Wainwright, Isaac Hayes and George Harrison.