Beyoncé Issues Cease-And-Desist Threat Over Unauthorized Use Of Her Song Freedom By Trump Campaign

As a lifestyle expert with a keen eye for cultural nuances and a deep respect for artistic integrity, I find myself deeply intrigued by this latest turn of events involving Beyoncé and the Trump campaign’s use of her song Freedom without permission. My years of experience in the entertainment industry have taught me that an artist’s creative work is a reflection of their soul, and to see it misused can be disheartening.


Beyoncé is taking steps to sue the Trump campaign because they used her song “Freedom” without her consent. According to PEOPLE, Steven Cheung, who represents Donald Trump, posted a video containing the tune from Beyoncé’s 2016 album “Lemonade.”

On August 20, 2024, a video was shared which depicted Donald Trump disembarking from an airplane, with the tune of the song echoing in the backdrop. The accompanying caption for this post read: “Arrival in Michigan! @realDonaldTrump.”

Online, the collaboration between Freedom (featuring Kendrick Lamar) has garnered significant interest. This tune has been linked to various political movements, notably as Democratic nominee Kamala Harris often plays it at her public appearances.

Although Beyoncé hasn’t publicly commented about the Trump campaign using her song, it was reported by Rolling Stone on August 21, 2024, that her team plans to send a legal notice asking them to stop.

Reminders of my beloved Céline Dion’s recent predicament resonate deeply within me, as I recall just last week her management took issue with the Trump campaign playing her 1997 anthem, My Heart Will Go On, at a rally in Montana. The song’s performance was unauthorized, and it didn’t align with Dion’s endorsement of their campaign – a fact that strikes a chord within my heart as a devoted fan.

It’s worth noting that while Beyoncé hasn’t explicitly endorsed Kamala Harris, she has demonstrated her support for the Democratic party in the past. She sang the national anthem at Barack Obama’s inauguration in 2013 and publicly endorsed Joe Biden through social media in 2020, hinting at her political leanings.

Tina Knowles, Beyoncé’s mom, openly supports Harris by sharing a picture with him on Instagram and voicing her approval for his presidential campaign.

I can’t help but express my unwavering passion on this matter – it’s clear that the artist is standing firm against the misuse of her tunes for political gain, without prior consent. These instances serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing discourse regarding the proper use of an artist’s music in political scenarios, especially when permission hasn’t been granted.

The possibility of a lawsuit by Beyoncé highlights the intricate issues that surface when unauthorized use of copyrighted songs occurs in political campaigns. It’ll be intriguing to observe how the Trump campaign reacts to Beyoncé’s demand to stop and potentially face more legal consequences, if any further action ensues.

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2024-08-22 12:39