Village People think YMCA will 'unite world'

Village People fans are only just realising the true meaning behind YMCA
The international hit's lyricist has explained that the song – which has been widely misunderstood since its release in 1977– has nothing to do with the gay scene
Trump dances to 'YMCA' with Village People at pre-inaugural victory rally
During the course of his 2024 campaign run, Trump concluded over 110 rallies delivering his signature move as he exited the stage -- a double closed fist arm punch with shaking hips -- to Village People's iconic song, "Y.M.C.A."
Village People Perform At Trump Rally—After Once Sending Trump Cease-And-Desist Letter
The Village People’s appearance at the Trump rally underscores his political comeback, even among his one-time nemeses—its manager Karen Willis, wife of band member Victor Willis, sent Trump’s lawyer a cease-and-desist letter after he was filmed dancing to “Macho Man” at Mar-A-Lago in 2023, Rolling Stone reported.
Village People once tried to stop Trump using their music. Now they’re dancing on stage with him
The president-elect hosted the “Make American Great Again Victory Rally” at Washington’s Capital One Arena on Sunday, less than 24 hours before Inauguration Day. As Trump ended his final speech before taking the White House for a second term, the band Village People came on stage to perform their 1978 disco hit “Y.M.C.A.” live.
Donald Trump Jokes About Village People Being 'Larger' Than 30 Years Ago
The song actually came out about 46 years ago, in October 1978 and reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 1979. In 2024, Trump's frequent use of the song drove it to No. 1 on the Billboard Dance Digital Song Sales Chart, where it stayed for five weeks.
Why the Village People are performing ‘Y.M.C.A.’ at Trump’s inauguration events — after sending him a cease and desist
The Village People are performing their 1978 hit “Y.M.C.A” at one of Donald Trump’s many inauguration celebrations.
How did Donald Trump make ‘YMCA’ his go-to song?
Come January 20, the US band, Village People, will perform their famous hit song ‘YMCA’ at Donald Trump’s inauguration. The foot-tapping number has become somewhat of an anthem for the US president-elect;
How YMCA became Donald Trump's unlikely anthem
Following the announcement that the Village People would be performing at several upcoming inauguration events, what is it about their songs that appeals to the President-elect?
Village People lead singer explains why they’re performing at Donald Trump’s inauguration
Victor Willis, the lead singer of the Village People, said that "music is to be performed without regard to politics."
The Village People are now teaming up with Donald Trump—and here's why
For nearly 50 years, when most people thought of the Village People, they thought of gay culture. However, now, the band seems to be mostly relevant due to the use of its songs by upcoming president Donald Trump.
Village People think YMCA will 'unite the world' after Donald Trump backlash
The Village People, the group behind iconic hit YMCA, think their song will help heal divides in the USA after a backlash about their decision to perform it at Donald Trump's inauguration
Donald Trump closes out MAGA Victory Rally with Village People and 'Y.M.C.A.' dance
President-elect Donald Trump closed out his "Make America Great Again Victory Rally" address by dancing with the Village ...
Donald Trump busts out viral dance moves to ‘YMCA’ while celebrating at victory rally ahead of inauguration
The president-elect's celebratory rally in Washington, DC, concluded with a performance by the '70s disco group.
At Trump’s Rally, the Contradictions Are in the Music
The president-elect danced along with Village People as his rally closed with a live performance of “Y.M.C.A.,” after Kid ...