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Music icon Kenny Loggins has publicly denounced the unauthorized use of his signature hit, “Danger Zone,” in a politically charged, apparently AI-generated video featuring former President Donald Trump. The artist is calling for the immediate removal of his track from the viral clip, which Trump himself shared on his social media platform.
The contentious video depicts an AI rendition of Donald Trump, adorned with a crown and piloting a military fighter jet emblazoned with “King Trump.” The digital avatar is seen dispensing what Loggins’ statement described as “brown sludge” onto a group of “No Kings” protesters below. All the while, Loggins’ electrifying “Danger Zone,” famously from the Top Gun soundtrack, serves as the background score.
Loggins’ Strong Stance on Unauthorized Music Use
“This is an unauthorized use of my performance of ‘Danger Zone,’” Loggins stated emphatically. “Nobody asked me for my permission, which I would have denied, and I request that my recording on this video is removed immediately.”
Beyond the clear intellectual property infringement, Loggins expressed deep concern over the video’s divisive nature. “I can’t imagine why anybody would want their music used or associated with something created with the sole purpose of dividing us,” he articulated. The legendary singer-songwriter further emphasized the need for national unity.
“Too many people are trying to tear us apart, and we need to find new ways to come together. We’re all Americans, and we’re all patriotic. There is no ‘us and them’ — that’s not who we are, nor is it what we should be. It’s all of us. We’re in this together, and it is my hope that we can embrace music as a way of celebrating and uniting each and every one of us,” Loggins added.
Viral Spread and Potential Copyright Actions
The AI-generated video, which seemingly originated from the meme account @xerias_x, was disseminated by Donald Trump on his Truth Social page on Saturday, October 18, coinciding with widespread peaceful protests. As of the time of this report, the video, complete with the “Danger Zone” recording, remains accessible on both X (formerly Twitter) and Truth Social.
Legal experts suggest that Loggins’ most effective recourse against this digital appropriation would be to file formal copyright complaints with the respective social media platforms, X and Truth Social, given that the video was not created by Trump or his campaign directly.
A Familiar Tune: Musicians vs. Political Campaigns
Kenny Loggins now joins a growing roster of prominent musicians who have voiced frustration over their music being used without consent by Donald Trump, his surrogates, or supporters. While many previous disputes revolved around songs played at political rallies, this incident—involving an AI-generated video and content shared on social media—bears a striking resemblance to a past event involving Beyoncé.
Last year, a clip featuring Beyoncé’s “Freedom” was posted by a Trump campaign spokesperson. Beyoncé’s team quickly clarified that no permission was granted and threatened legal action, leading to the eventual deletion of the post. These incidents underscore the ongoing tension surrounding music rights and political content in the digital age.