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Ariana Grande Forbids Donald Trump from Using Her Hit Song in Deportation Video
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Ariana Grande Forbids Donald Trump from Using Her Hit Song in Deportation Video

From Der Spiegel · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Ariana Grande has forbidden Donald Trump from using her hit song '7 Rings' in a video about deportations.
  • The US government used the song to underscore a clip about ICE arrests.
  • Grande's team issued a strong rejection of the unauthorized use of her music.

Pop superstar Ariana Grande has publicly forbidden former U.S. President Donald Trump from using her hit song '7 Rings' in a video promoting deportations. The unauthorized use of her music came to light when the U.S. government, specifically the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), incorporated the song into a clip highlighting immigration arrests.

Grande's team responded swiftly and decisively, issuing a clear statement that Trump does not have permission to use her music for political purposes, especially for content that promotes divisive policies. The singer's strong reaction signals her disapproval of the song being associated with the Trump administration's immigration agenda.

The incident highlights a growing trend of artists asserting control over how their music is used in political contexts. Grande's firm stance underscores a desire to prevent her work from being co-opted to support messages she does not endorse, particularly concerning sensitive issues like immigration.

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Originally published by Der Spiegel in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.