Village People singer defends Trump's use of Y.M.C.A. and clarifies song's meaning

Victor Willis, co-founder and lead singer of Village People, defended Donald Trump's use of "Y.M.C.A." at campaign rallies, stating the song is not a "gay anthem." He explained that he wrote it based on the YMCA's youth programs, not with any sexual connotation. Willis noted that Trump's use of the song has significantly boosted its popularity, helping it reach number one on the Billboard chart after 45 years. He acknowledged receiving complaints about Trump's performances but chose not to withdraw the song's licensing. Despite the song's association with LGBTQ+ culture, Willis emphasized that the song's meaning has been misinterpreted. He plans to take legal action against media outlets that label "Y.M.C.A." as a gay anthem starting in January.