Ariana Grande Warns White House: 'Don't Use My Song for Your Vile Acts'

Global pop sensation Ariana Grande has issued a stern public warning to the Trump administration, demanding they cease using her music for policy promotion.

The controversy erupted when the White House utilized Grande's 2024 hit song 'Bye' as background music in a video showcasing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations. Grande directly addressed the White House via its official TikTok account, stating, "Please do not use my music in relation to this barbaric, inhumane, and hateful nonsense."

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Please do not use my music in relation to this barbaric, inhumane, and hateful nonsense.

Abigail Jackson, White House Deputy Press Secretary, countered Grande's criticism, asserting that "truly barbaric and inhumane are the illegal immigrants who have harmed and murdered innocent American citizens." This exchange highlights a growing tension between artists and the current administration.

This is not the first time the Trump administration has faced backlash over music usage. In recent months, artists like Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo have also expressed strong displeasure over their songs being used in anti-immigration policy promotion videos without their consent. Previous instances also involved artists such as Neil Young and Adele.

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Truly barbaric and inhumane are the illegal immigrants who have harmed and murdered innocent American citizens.