The recent controversial revocation of the Roe vs. Wade decision by the conservative Supreme Court has sparked outrage among musicians and performers across the industry. During her performance at Glastonbury, Olivia Rodrigo dedicated a song to the five justices responsible for the decision, expressing disdain towards them. Alongside singer Lily Allen, Rodrigo sang “Fuck You,” in response to the decision that has raised concerns about the future of women’s rights in the United States, particularly regarding abortion access.
Many other artists at Glastonbury also expressed their disapproval of the Supreme Court’s decision on stage, including Billie Eilish, Phoebe Bridgers, and Harry Styles. The music industry reacted strongly on social media, with artists like Taylor Swift, Mariah Carey, and Green Day’s Billie Joe Armstrong sharing their concerns and disappointment. Many artists pledged to support organizations advocating for women’s rights and reproductive freedom, including Planned Parenthood and other similar groups.
In response to the threat of abortion restrictions in certain states in the U.S., Rage Against the Machine announced a significant donation in support of reproductive rights organizations. The music community united in condemning the Supreme Court’s decision and highlighting its potential impact on vulnerable communities. The controversy surrounding the revocation of Roe vs. Wade has sparked a wave of activism and support for women’s rights among musicians and performers across the industry.
The music industry stands in solidarity with women’s rights and reproductive freedom, using their platforms to raise awareness and support organizations working to protect these rights. Artists have leveraged their influence to advocate for change and address challenges facing women in light of recent legal developments in United States.
The outrage expressed at Glastonbury festival reflects a shared commitment among musicians to fighting for gender equality and autonomy over one’s body. Through their performances and social media presence, these artists are making it clear that they will not stand silent while women’s rights are threatened or taken away by those who seek to restrict them or undermine them entirely.
As such, it is clear that this issue is not going away anytime soon; rather it will continue to be a major point of contention within both politics and popular culture alike as long as there remain those who seek to restrict or eliminate reproductive freedom entirely.