The modern-day Village People has 'nothing to do with the group that I was a part of', ex-member Jim Newman said after the band performed at a number of Trump’s inaugural events

The song actually came out about 46 years ago, in October 1978 and reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in early 1979. In 2024, Trump's frequent use of the song drove it to No. 1 on the Billboard Dance Digital Song Sales Chart, where it stayed for five weeks.

Donald Trump was seen dancing alongside The Village People at his pre-inauguration rally in Washington DC, after the band's singer hit out at claims the song is a 'gay anthem'

The Village People’s YMCA is a crowd pleaser at any party. And Monday was no exception. Only Monday’s party was

As the rally wrapped up, Trump danced and clapped along to the Village People’s 1978 hit “Y.M.C.A.,” a song frequently played at his campaign rallies. Smiling, he stood behind the group, delivering his trademark moves while the crowd cheered.

The Village People burst onto the New York disco scene in 1977, with a distinctive look based on gay stereotypes and a string of hit singles like Macho Man, In the Navy and Go West. In their lyrics these songs, many people suspected they subtly referenced the gay lifestyle.

Disco group Village People performed at three inaugural events for President Donald Trump. Its song 'Y.M.C.A.' became a favorite at Trump rallies.

The president-elect’s celebratory rally in Washington, DC, concluded with a performance by the ’70s disco group.

Rose tells News 12 that although he disagrees with many of Trump's policies, he's glad to see the YMCA song continue to entertain audiences for generations to come.

A flight en route to Washington, D.C., was filled with passengers celebrating the inauguration of President Donald Trump in style.

Melania Trump danced to 'YMCA' in public alongside her husband Donald Trump during the Liberty Inaugural Ball in Washington