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Katy Perry 'Furious' Over White House Use of 'Fireworks' in Military Video

From DR Nyheder · () Danish

Translated from Danish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Pop star Katy Perry expressed anger and dismay over the White House using her song 'Fireworks' in a video about military actions in Iran.
  • Perry stated on social media that she did not authorize the use of her song, emphasizing it was written as a message of hope and healing.
  • This incident follows previous accusations against the Trump administration for using songs without permission from various artists.

American pop star Katy Perry is reportedly furious after her hit song 'Fireworks' was featured in a White House video detailing military operations in Iran. Perry took to social media platform X to voice her strong objections, stating she had not given her consent for the song's use.

Perry clarified that 'Fireworks' was intended as an anthem promoting hope, healing, and inner strength. "My music is meant to bring people together, not to celebrate warfare," she wrote, highlighting the stark contrast between her artistic intent and the video's context.

This is not the first time the Trump administration has faced accusations of using music without proper authorization. Several prominent artists, including Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Rodrigo, Celine Dion, Neil Young, and The Rolling Stones, have previously criticized the administration for similar infringements, according to Variety.

The use of Perry's song in a video related to military actions has drawn criticism for its perceived insensitivity and appropriation of a song with a message of empowerment and resilience.

My music is meant to bring people together, not to celebrate warfare.

— Katy PerryExplaining her artistic intent behind the song 'Fireworks' and her objection to its use.
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Originally published by DR Nyheder in Danish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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