At a rally in Montana, Trump and his running mate chose to include an unexpected element in their pre-speech playlist: a video of Celine Dion performing the theme song from the blockbuster film “Titanic,” “My Heart Will Go On.” While some may see this choice as a nod to Dion’s ongoing appeal and the emotional intensity of her music, Dion and her management team saw it as a blatant disregard for her artistic integrity and a violation of her intellectual property rights.
Shortly after the gathering, Dion’s team issued a statement making it clear that Trump did not have authorization to use her music in his political campaign. They also posed a pointed question: Why did Trump choose this specific song? Dion’s response to the unauthorized use of her song was swift and unwavering. She emphasized that she would not tolerate the use of her work for political purposes.
Taking a bold stance, Dion announced that the usage of “My Heart Will Go On” would be discontinued, sending a clear message to Trump and his team that they had crossed a line. This courageous step not only showcased Dion’s unwavering commitment to protecting her artistic legacy, but also shed light on the larger issue of politicians using copyrighted material without permission.
