Celine Dion blasts Trump for featuring “Titanic” song in rally

Celine Dion, on August 10, 2024, criticized Donald Trump for using the song she wrote and performed for the disaster movie “Titanic”, at an election rally in Montana, USA.

The Republican presidential candidate faced mockery on social media after playing the 1997 track “My Heart Will Go On” at a Montana rally on Friday, with a video of Dion performing the song displayed on a big screen.

Dion’s management team and her record label, Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc., issued a statement on X, saying:

“In no way is this use authorized and Celine Dion does not endorse this or any similar use.”

She also expressed surprise at the choice of his song, questioning, “And really, that song?” 

Who is Celine Dion?

Celine Dion is a world-renowned Canadian singer known for her powerful and emotive voice.

Born on March 30, 1968, in Charlemagne, Quebec, Dion gained international fame in the 1990s as a top-selling artist.

Her music spans pop, rock, R&B, and gospel, and she is renowned for her vocal prowess and emotional delivery.

One of her most iconic songs, “My Heart Will Go On,” was the main theme for James Cameron’s 1997 film *Titanic*.

James Horner composed the song, while Will Jennings wrote the lyrics.

Despite initial hesitation from Dion and her team about recording the song, it became a defining moment in her career.

About the movie “Titanic”

“Titanic (1997)* is a romantic drama directed by James Cameron, set during the tragic sinking of the Royal Mail Ship (RMS) Titanic in 1912.

The film follows the love story of Jack, a poor artist, and Rose, an upper-class woman engaged to a wealthy man.

They meet aboard the Titanic and fall in love, but the ship’s collision with an iceberg cuts their romance short.

As the Titanic sinks, Jack and Rose fight to survive.

Ultimately, Jack sacrifices his life to save Rose, who is later rescued by the RMS Carpathia.

The movie became a massive success, winning 11 Academy Awards.

Significance of Dion’s song “My Heart Will Go on” in the movie

“My Heart Will Go On,” sung by Céline Dion, is the iconic theme song for the 1997 film *Titanic*.

The song captures the emotional depth and epic love story at the heart of the film, playing a crucial role.

Here is why the song is significant in the movie:

Key moments: The film’s closing scenes most memorably feature the song.

As the camera moves over the Titanic wreck and shows Rose reuniting with Jack, the song plays in the background.

This highlights that their love goes beyond time and death, makes the ending both sad and uplifting.

Universal Themes: The lyrics of the song speaks to the enduring nature of love, even in the face of loss and tragedy.

The chorus, “Near, far, wherever you are, I believe that the heart does go on,” shows love endures hardship.

This theme resonated with audiences worldwide, making the song and the movie timeless in their appeal.

Iconic Status: The song became synonymous with Titanic, reinforcing the film’s narrative and emotional impact.

The song isn’t just played during the credits; it became the emotional heartbeat of the movie.

Dion’s haunting vocals enhanced the film’s emotional moments, making “My Heart Will Go On” essential to the *Titanic* experience.

Cultural Impact: The song’s success greatly contributed to *Titanic* becoming one of the highest-grossing films of all time.

The song became a global hit, topping charts in numerous countries.

It won awards, including the Academy Award for Best Original Song and the Grammy Award for Record of the Year.

Its widespread popularity ensured that both the film and the song became embedded in popular culture.

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