Zara Larsson Labels White House ‘Losers’ Over Unauthorized Song Use

Larsson addressed the incident in a three-minute video, calling the individuals responsible for the production “f-cking losers.” She explained that her song was written to celebrate human connection and the natural world, rather than to serve as a soundtrack for state-sanctioned enforcement operations. The singer argued that the administration’s focus on portraying undocumented immigrants as criminals only serves to deepen social divisions, noting that the primary difference between her and those in the video is simply the circumstances of their upbringing.

This confrontation marks a recurring point of friction between the singer and the administration. Seven months prior, the White House used her hit “Lush Life” in a video that challenged her public criticism of an ICE officer-involved shooting in Minnesota. Larsson’s history of vocal political advocacy—ranging from immigration policy to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza—has previously resulted in professional setbacks, including lost performance opportunities and canceled deals, as she detailed in her documentary, "Up Close."

Larsson joins a growing roster of high-profile artists, including Ariana Grande, Beyoncé, and Celine Dion, who have challenged the unauthorized use of their work by the Trump administration. Despite the career risks associated with her outspoken stance, the singer maintains that her actions are driven by a commitment to the people she advocates for, rather than the political theater of social media disputes.