Leonard Cohen’s estate slams Trump for use of ‘Hallelujah’ at Freedom 250 Rally
Leonard Cohen’s estate said the song was not authorized and objected after 6 of 9 original performers withdrew from the event.
- The estate of the late Leonard Cohen has criticized President Donald Trump for using Cohen's song 'Hallelujah' at the recent Freedom 250 rally.
- The estate stated on Cohen's Instagram account that 'this use is not authorized, and the Estate does not support or approve of this or any similar usage.'
- Several other artists have also voiced opposition to Trump using their music, including Neil Young and The Rolling Stones.
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Leonard Cohen’s heirs are not pleased about the use of his global hit ‘Hallelujah’ during the kickoff of the American Independence Day celebrations. Although Cohen’s heirs stated beforehand that they did not give permission, the song was sung on Wednesday in the presence of President Donald Trump during the opening of the festivities for the 250th anniversary of the US. The family is now reacting sharply.
Leonard Cohen’s estate slams Trump for use of ‘Hallelujah’ at Freedom 250 Rally
The estate of legendary Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen says it has not authorized the use of his iconic song “Hallelujah” prior to it’s live performance at U.S. President Donald Trump’s rally Wednesday.
This isn't the first conflict around the song.
Leonard Cohen Estate condemns Trump for using Hallelujah without permission
Leonard Cohen's Estate has slammed Donald Trump for using the late star's song Hallelujah at a rally without consent. The music legend's folk staple was used during a B-2 Bomber fly-over at the Great American State Fair on Tuesday (24.06.26), marking 250 years since the Declaration of Independence....
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