Pop singer Katy Perry has publicly condemned the Trump administration for using her song 'Firework' without her consent in a TikTok video posted by the White House.The video, which features footage of military strikes against Iran, uses Perry's track as background music, a move she strongly opposes.

Perry expressed her outrage on X (formerly Twitter), stating that the song, which she created as an anthem of hope and empowerment, is being weaponized to soundtrack violence and destruction.This incident has sparked broader discussions about the ethical use of artists' work by government entities for political messaging.

Perry's criticism highlights concerns about the unauthorized appropriation of creative content for state propaganda, a practice that has also drawn condemnation from other artists like Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter.The White House defended the use of the song, arguing it was part of a broader effort to communicate a message of deterrence.However, Perry's stance underscores the growing tension between artistic expression and political messaging in the digital age.

The controversy also raises questions about the ownership of intellectual property and the responsibilities of public figures when their work is repurposed for state initiatives.