Semisonic, a Grammy-nominated rock band, criticized the Trump administration for using their song "Closing Time" in a video related to deportations. The video was shared shortly after the controversial deportation of Venezuelan gang members to El Salvador, using the song's lyrics in an inappropriate context. Semisonic emphasized that their song is about joy and hope, highlighting a significant misinterpretation by the White House. This incident adds to the tensions between the Trump administration and various artists unhappy with their music's use. The response from Trump's team reflected a dismissal of the artists' concerns.
Semisonic stated, "We did not authorize or condone the White House's use of our song Closing Time in any way. And no, they didn't ask."
The band continued, "The song is about joy and possibilities and hope, and they have missed the point entirely."
The Trump White House's choice of the song involves a serious misunderstanding of its themes, as clarified by Semisonic's condemnation.
Trump spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt response includes, "Our entire government clearly is leaning into the message of this president."
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