Céline Dion Opposes Trump Using Her Song

Céline Dion has publicly condemned the unauthorized use of her iconic song "My Heart Will Go On" at a Donald Trump campaign rally in Bozeman, Montana. Following the event, Dion's management and record label, Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc., issued a statement on X, clarifying that the performance and video were used without permission. Dion emphasized that she does not endorse Trump or any similar political usage of her music, expressing her disbelief at the choice of the song for a campaign event. The selection of "My Heart Will Go On," the theme from the 1997 film "Titanic," raised eyebrows due to its association with sinking ships, a metaphor that seems ill-suited for a political rally. The irony was not lost on the campaign of Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris, which highlighted the situation by sharing a video of the rally with a pointed caption referencing the Titanic theme. Trump's eclectic taste in campaign music has often included a mix of traditional patriotic songs and unexpected choices, such as the Rolling Stones' "You Can't Always Get What You Want." However, this approach has led to backlash from numerous artists who have disavowed the use of their music at his events. Since 2016, the list of musicians opposing Trump's campaign music has grown so extensive that it has warranted a dedicated Wikipedia page. Dion's statement adds her name to the growing roster of artists who have taken a stand against the appropriation of their work for political purposes, reflecting a broader trend of musicians asserting their rights in the political arena.