Archive · 17 Jun 2025
Lizzo Angry Over Song Use at U.S. Army Parade
Lizzo, a famous singer, is upset because her song was played at a military event without her permission.
This happened at a parade celebrating the U.S. Army's birthday, which also cost a lot of money.
Lizzo showed her displeasure on social media and suggested she might take legal action.
She also spoke out against police actions toward protesters at the event.
Other musicians have raised similar concerns.
Lizzo expressed anger over the unauthorized use of her song at a U.S. Army parade.
The parade, held in Washington, D.C., celebrated the Army's 250th anniversary.
The event faced criticism for its low turnout and high cost, approximately $45 million.
Lizzo reacted on TikTok with a 'Cease & desist' message, signaling potential legal action.
Lizzo also condemned reported threats against protesters by law enforcement at the parade.
- Who
- Lizzo, the pop singer, and the U.S. Army.
- What
- Lizzo is upset about the unauthorized use of her song at a military parade.
- When
- The U.S. Army's 250th anniversary parade took place on Saturday, June 14.
- Where
- The parade was held in Washington, D.C.
- Why
- The unauthorized use of her song at the parade and the reported threats against protesters by law enforcement.
Lizzo's View
Event organizers
Music Usage
Lizzo's View
Unauthorized use of music at an event. Possible legal action
Event organizers
Unknown, event organizers
- Event
- U.S. Army's 250th Anniversary Parade
- Location
- Washington, D.C.
- Artist
- Lizzo
- Song
- "About Damn Time"
- Lizzo's reaction
- Public outrage and a 'Cease & desist' message
- Cost of parade
- $45 million