Paris, Jan 20, 2025 (AFP) - 'Y.M.C.A.' journeys from gay anthem to Trump theme tune

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2025-01-20

After performing at Donald Trump's pre-inauguration rally, the Village People underscored their journey from disco-era gay icons to MAGA favourites having seen their "Y.M.C.A" anthem co-opted by the US hard-right. Trump used "Y.M.C.A" as a song to close out his rallies during campaigning last year, with the billionaire real estate mogul developing his own trademark dance -- a stiff shuffle of the hips and fist bumps at waist-high level. Initial......

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