President-elect Donald Trump has brought back the disco classic “YMCA” by the Village People as a staple at his rallies, leading to a surge in interest in the iconic song. The 1978 hit has seen a significant increase in search interest on Google, a tripling of measured listenership on last.fm, and has even reached the top of the Billboard dance/electronic sales chart for the first time.
Trump’s use of the song began in his 2020 campaign, with the president-elect even dancing to the song at the end of his rallies. The song has become a popular choice for athletes celebrating on the field as well. Despite its controversial lyrics and connection to the LGBTQ+ community, “YMCA” has become a cultural phenomenon and a staple at sporting events around the country.
Village People lead singer and co-writer Victor Willis has had a back-and-forth relationship with Trump over the use of the song. While initially finding it a nuisance, Willis eventually noticed positive outcomes from Trump continuing to use “YMCA” at his rallies. The Village People even considered canceling the song’s license, but ultimately decided against it due to the positive impact being associated with the president-elect had on the song.
With the resurgence of “YMCA” and its newfound popularity, the classic disco anthem continues to captivate audiences and remain a timeless hit.
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