The Village Folks have confirmed their participation in Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration celebrations, accepting that the transfer may make some followers indignant.

The band stated its look was an act of religion within the energy of music, and a bid to assist reunite the nation after a bitter interval in politics.

“We’re saying at this time that Village Folks have accepted an invite from President Elect Trump’s marketing campaign to take part in inaugural actions, together with at the very least one occasion with President Elect Trump,” an announcement learn.

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“We all know this received’t make a few of you content to listen to; nevertheless we imagine that music is to be carried out with out regard to politics.”

The assertion continued: “Our music ‘Y.M.C.A.’ is a worldwide anthem that hopefully helps deliver the nation collectively after a tumultuous and divided marketing campaign the place our most well-liked candidate misplaced.

“Due to this fact, we imagine it’s now time to deliver the nation along with music, which is why Village Folks shall be acting at numerous occasions as a part of the 2025 Inauguration of Donald J. Trump.”

Why Village Folks Let Donald Trump Use ‘Y.M.C.A.’ at Rallies

Trump used “Y.M.C.A.” in his 2016 and 2020 election campaigns, resulting in a cease-and-desist demand from Village Folks frontman and songwriter Victor Willis, who stated he might “now not look the opposite manner” after Trump hinted at having Black Lives Matter campaigners shot.

However the musician later modified his place, saying he’d “benefited vastly from use by the President Elect.” Trump continued utilizing the music throughout his 2024 marketing campaign.

He defined: “The monetary advantages have been nice as nicely, as ‘Y.M.C.A.’ is estimated to gross a number of million {dollars} for the reason that President Elect’s continued use. Due to this fact, I’m glad I allowed the President Elect’s continued use of ‘Y.M.C.A.’ And I thank him for selecting to make use of my music.”