Singer Noah Kahan stated he would not approve of his music being used to support the Trump administration after his song was featured in a White House Instagram post.
Key facts
- •Noah Kahan stated he would never approve of his music being used to support the Trump administration.
- •The White House used Kahan's song "American Cars" in an Instagram post featuring President Trump in Michigan.
- •Kahan responded to the post on Tuesday after being tagged by fans.
- •Katy Perry previously criticized the White House in July for using her song "Firework" in a video of military strikes.
- •Ariana Grande demanded the administration stop using her music in a June TikTok video involving federal agents.
Noah Kahan publicly distanced himself from the Trump administration after his song "American Cars" was featured in a White House Instagram post on Monday. The post featured photos of President Donald Trump visiting a General Motors test site in Michigan. After fans alerted him to the usage, Kahan stated on Tuesday that he would never approve of his music being used to support the president or his administration.
Context of the Social Media Post
The White House Instagram carousel depicted President Trump at a General Motors facility, where he discussed tariffs and watched a drag race. Kahan noted that he wrote the song "American Cars" for his sister, Sasha, to describe her role as the family's problem solver. Representatives for both Kahan and the White House did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Other Musicians' Objections
Kahan’s statement follows similar objections from other artists regarding the use of their music by the administration. In July, Katy Perry criticized the White House for using her song "Firework" in a TikTok video showing military strikes. Additionally, in June, Ariana Grande demanded the administration stop using her music in an Immigration and Customs Enforcement TikTok video that depicted federal agents making arrests.
Timeline
- JuneAriana Grande demanded the administration stop using her music in an ICE TikTok video.
- JulyKaty Perry criticized the White House for using her song "Firework" in a video of military strikes.
- MondayThe White House posted an Instagram carousel featuring Noah Kahan's song "American Cars."
- TuesdayNoah Kahan publicly stated he would not approve of his music being used by the administration.
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