You’re Fired! 11 Black Artists Who Have Rejected Donald Trump - Page 5

5. Rihanna

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Rihanna, who has been vocal about her support for social justice causes, rejected Trump’s use of her song “Don’t Stop the Music” during his 2018 campaign. The Bajan beauty took to social media to voice her disapproval of Trump using her music after journalist, Philip Rucker, brought it to her attention that the staunch Republican was using her smash hit to hype up the crowd at his rally in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

“It’s been said a million times, but here’s a million and one — Trump’s rallies are unlike anything else in politics. Currently, Rihanna’s “Don’t Stop the Music” is blaring in Chattanooga as aides toss free Trump T-shirts into the crowd, like a ball game. Everyone’s loving it,” Rucker penned in a post shared Nov. 4, 2018.

Upset by Trump’s actions, Rihanna quickly replied, “Not for much longer…me nor my people would ever be at or around one of those tragic rallies, so thanks for the heads up, Philip!” 

Rihanna, known for her philanthropic efforts and advocacy for marginalized communities, has used her platform to make it clear that her music will not be associated with political movements that she believes undermine equality and justice, and the star followed through on her vow. She sent a cease and desist letter to Trump the day after, according to Rolling Stone.