Katy Perry is furious after the White House used her uplifting anthem “Firework” to soundtrack military strikes, calling it a betrayal of the song’s message of hope and self-worth. She made it clear she never gave permission and doesn’t endorse violence, slamming the use of her music in a political context. This echoes past controversies involving artists like Springsteen and Rihanna, where politicians’ unapproved use of songs sparks debate over artistic intent and endorsement. The White House hasn’t responded, and the video — captioned “Iran has been warned” — remains up, fueling the fire.

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