Neil Young Unveils Powerful Protest Anthem ‘Big Crime’ Against Trump’s DC Takeover
Neil Young’s New Song "Big Crime" Sparks Controversy
Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts took the stage at Chicago’s Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island on Wednesday night. During the performance, they introduced a new track titled "Big Crime," which directly critiques Donald Trump and his administration’s actions in Washington, DC.
Lyrics with a Strong Message
In "Big Crime," Young delivers poignant lines that reflect his discontent with the current political climate.
“Don’t need no fascist rules,” he sings. “Don’t want no fascist school/Don’t want soldiers on our streets/There’s big crime in DC at the White House…No more money to the fascists/the billionaire fascists/Time to blackout the system.”
Performance and Availability
The complete performance video is available on YouTube, while Young also shared a recorded audio version from soundcheck, along with the lyrics, on his official Neil Young Archives. This showcases the depth of his engagement with current events.
A History of Protest Songs
Though "Big Crime" is unique in its mention of Trump, Young’s catalog features many protest songs. Tracks such as “Be The Rain,” “Southern Man,” “Ohio,” and “Sun Green” illustrate his ongoing commitment to addressing social issues.
Personal Concerns about Political Climate
Earlier this year, Young expressed his worries about being barred from re-entering the U.S. following a European tour. He noted the potential risks of openly discussing Trump’s immigration policies, reflecting on the increasing tension surrounding political discourse.
“If I talk about Donald J. Trump, I may be one of those returning to America who is barred or put in jail to sleep on a cement floor with an aluminum blanket,” he remarked on his archives.
Response to Political Attacks
In a recent turn of events, Young also reacted to Trump’s comments regarding fellow musicians Taylor Swift and Bruce Springsteen. He emphasized the collective sentiment among artists, stating that many believe Trump is damaging the country.
“You shut down FEMA when we needed it most. That’s your problem Trump,” he asserted. “Think about saving America from the mess you made.”
Upcoming Tour Dates
Young’s tour will continue on Friday at Milwaukee’s BMO Pavilion and will culminate on September 20 at Farm Aid’s 40th anniversary concert in Minneapolis. He will perform alongside prominent acts like Kenny Chesney, Dave Matthews, and Willie Nelson.
Full Lyrics of "Big Crime"
The lyrics to "Big Crime" encapsulate Young’s message and include:
No more great again
No – no more great again
There’s big crime in DC at THE White HouseDon’t need no fascist rules
Don’t want no fascist schools
Don’t want soldiers on our streets
There’s big crime in DC at THE White HouseGot to get the fascists out
Got to clean the White House out
Don’t want soldiers on our streets
There’s big crime in DC at THE White HouseNo more money to the fascists
The billionaire fascists
TIME TO BLACKOUT THE SYSTEM
No more great again
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