Katy Perry Slams White House for Using 'Firework' in Iran Military Video

Pop star Katy Perry has publicly condemned the White House for using her hit song "Firework" in a TikTok video that depicted military strikes against Iran. Perry expressed her deep dismay and anger, emphasizing that she never authorized the use of her music for such a purpose. The video, shared on the official White House account, featured combat footage, explosions, and missiles synchronized with the song's chorus, accompanied by the message "Iran has been warned."

In a strong statement on social media, Perry declared, "I did not approve this, I was not asked, and I absolutely do not condone it." She highlighted the stark contrast between the song's intended message and its application in the video. "I wrote this song to be an anthem of hope, healing, and inner strength for those going through their darkest personal moments," Perry explained. "To see a message of self-esteem and overcoming adversity turned into a soundtrack for destruction and violence is a complete violation of everything my song represents. My music seeks to unite people, not glorify war."

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I am deeply appalled and angry to see “Firework” used on the @WhiteHouse TikTok account as a backing track for video footage of military strikes. I did not approve this, I was not asked, and I absolutely do not condone it.

The use of "Firework" occurred amid heightened tensions between the United States and Iran. While the Trump administration has maintained diplomatic negotiations, U.S. forces have been engaged in actions against targets related to Iran's missile program, maritime infrastructure, and nuclear activities.

This episode reignites a recurring controversy surrounding Donald Trump's use of music at political events and in official communications. Numerous artists, including Céline Dion, Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, Radiohead, and Ariana Grande, have previously objected to their songs being used without consent. Many have demanded that Trump cease using their music, while others have clarified that their political endorsement was not implied.

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I wrote this song to be an anthem of hope, healing, and inner strength for those going through their darkest personal moments. To see a message of self-esteem and overcoming adversity turned into a soundtrack for destruction and violence is a complete violation of everything my song represents. My music seeks to unite people, not glorify war.