Trump, YMCA and Village People

How did Donald Trump make ‘YMCA’ his go-to song?
On the eve of his inauguration, Donald Trump once again danced, as “YMCA”, the hit by Village People played at the MAGA victory rally in Washington DC. The disco group will also perform at one of Trump’s inauguration balls.
YMCA Village People at war over decision to perform song at Trump inauguration
The modern-day Village People has 'nothing to do with the group that I was a part of', ex-member Jim Newman said after the band performed at a number of Trump’s inaugural events
Village People lead singer explains why they’re performing at Donald Trump’s inauguration
Victor Willis, the lead singer of the Village People, said that "music is to be performed without regard to politics."
Donald Trump Dances Along to Village People’s ‘YMCA’ at Pre-Inauguration Rally: Watch
Donald Trump danced along to Village People's "YMCA" during a high-energy pre-inauguration rally in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 19, 2025.
Village People perform YMCA at Trump rally after insisting song is 'not a gay anthem'
Donald Trump was seen dancing alongside The Village People at his pre-inauguration rally in Washington DC, after the band's singer hit out at claims the song is a 'gay anthem'
Village People once tried to stop Trump using their music. Now they’re dancing on stage with him
The president-elect hosted the “Make American Great Again Victory Rally” at Washington’s Capital One Arena on Sunday, less than 24 hours before Inauguration Day. As Trump ended his final speech before taking the White House for a second term, the band Village People came on stage to perform their 1978 disco hit “Y.M.C.A.” live.
Watch Trump dance with Village People at pre-inauguration rally
Disco group Village People performed at three inaugural events for President Donald Trump. Its song 'Y.M.C.A.' became a favorite at Trump rallies.
How YMCA became Donald Trump's unlikely anthem
Following the announcement that the Village People would be performing at several upcoming inauguration events, what is it about their songs that appeals to the President-elect?
Donald Trump Danced with the Village People to the Beat of YMCA
At a rally in Washington's Capital One Arena, just hours before his inauguration, Donald Trump danced to the iconic tune "YMCA" by the Village People. This moment went viral on social media, sparking thousands of reactions and comments.
Melania Trump like never before, danced to 'YMCA' in public
Melania Trump danced to 'YMCA' in public alongside her husband Donald Trump during the Liberty Inaugural Ball in Washington
Watch: Trump does YMCA dance with a sword
President Trump ended his Inaugural Ball on Monday with a dance that included fist pumps and a large sword. At the end of Monday’s event at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.
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'YMCA' journeys from gay anthem to Trump theme tune
After performing at Donald Trump's pre-inauguration rally, the Village People underscored their journey from disco-era gay ...
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Singer reveals real meaning behind YMCA lyrics as people may have misunderstood it this entire time
A singer from the Village People, Victor Willis, has revealed the real meaning behind 'Y.M.C.A.' lyrics as people may have ...
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Village People star says YMCA fans have meaning of group's disco hit 'wrong'
The Village People's biggest hit, YMCA, has been widely misinterpreted since its release in 1977, the group's lyricist has ...
At Trump’s Rally, the Contradictions Are in the Music
The president-elect danced along with Village People as his rally closed with a live performance of “Y.M.C.A.,” after Kid ...