Victor Willis, a co-writer of 'YMCA,' has changed his tune regarding Trump's use of the song, citing financial benefits and Trump's joy.

Victor Willis, one of the members of the group Village People, endorsed Donald Trump’s public use of the song “Y.M.C.A.” and threatened to sue news outlets that refer to the song as a "gay anthem."

Y.M.C.A.” singer and co-writer Victor Willis of the band Village People defended President-elect Donald Trump’s use of the song Monday on Facebook. Willis denied that the disco tune was intended as a “gay anthem,

The debate over whether Village People's "Y.M.C.A." is a gay anthem continues as Victor Willis, the song's lyricist, denies any LGBTQ intent, citing its roots in urban activities at the YMCA. While embraced by gay culture,

Victor Willis, a.k.a. the co-creator and frontman of popular music group the Village People, is speaking out about former President Donald Trump and his use of their famous song “Y.M.C.A.” — but what he said might surprise you.

A singer and co-writer on the Village People megahit “Y.M.C.A.” says the 1978 tune has “benefited greatly” from being a favorite on President-elect Trump’s playlist.

In 2020, Village People first approved of Donald Trump playing their music at his rallies, then changed their minds. Today, Victor Willis of the disco group thanked the 47th American President for his campaign’s use of “Y.

Village People founder Victor Willis is once again tackling two issues surrounding the disco band's 1970s smash hit "Y.M.C.A.": Donald Trump's use of the track in his 2024 presidential campaign and the characterization of the song as a "gay anthem.

In a lengthy note, Victor Willis explained why he changed his tune on the Republican's use of the 1978 disco classic.