'Really...that song?': Celine Dion slams Trump for using 'Titanic' song
Canadian singer Celine Dion has slammed former US President Donald Trump for playing her iconic song My Heart Will Go On from the James Cameron-helmed 1997 movie Titanic during a recent rally. The event took place in Bozeman, Montana, where the song was used as a musical interlude. Dion's management team and her record label, Sony Music Entertainment Canada, have issued a statement condemning this unauthorized use.
'In no way is this use authorized...'
The statement, shared on Dion's social media platforms, read, "In no way is this use authorized, and Celine Dion does not endorse this or any similar use. ... And really, THAT song?" The statement further added, "And really, that song?" highlighted the incongruity of using a song associated with themes of love, loss, and resilience at a political rally. Per Variety, Trump's decision to play Dion's video at his rally could potentially lead to legal repercussions.
'It's perfect for Tumptanic!': Netizens reacted to Trump's song choice
Social media users reacted with humor and sarcasm to Trump's choice of music. One user commented, "Perfect - because when your campaign's headed for an iceberg, you might as well set it to music," while another user quipped, "For me it's perfect for the Tumptanic!" However, some expressed disappointment in Dion's response, recalling her previous refusal to perform at Trump's inauguration in 2016.
Trump's history of unauthorized music use
This isn't the first time Trump has faced backlash for using an artist's music without permission. In May 2023, the Village People sent a cease-and-desist letter and threatened legal action after Trump used their songs without consent. Karen Willis, wife of Village People's lead singer Victor Willis, stated in the letter that their performance was causing public confusion about whether the group endorsed Trump. In 2019, Ozzy Osbourne issued a notice to Trump, prohibiting him from using Black Sabbath music.
