Phil Collins has sparked backlash from Republicans and MAGA supporters after revealing that he has an idea for a song about America called “Fat People With Guns.”
The 75-year-old British musician made the controversial remark during a recent interview with Piers Morgan, in which he also criticized President Donald Trump, calling him “nasty” and “unattractive” among other things. And while Collins hasn’t actually written the song yet, his comments have already angered some social media users, with several slamming his opinion and others threatening to boycott his music. Keep reading to find out more…
Phil Collins Reveals Plans For A Song About America Called ‘Fat People With Guns’
The Genesis frontman made the comments while appearing on Piers Morgan Uncensored on Friday, October 2nd. He spoke to the controversial broadcaster about his upcoming Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction, his music career, and his health; but it was his remarks about America and Trump that generated some of the biggest headlines!
While discussing his songwriting process, Collins revealed that he had been considering writing a song inspired by America…
“I’ve got a song that’s waiting to be written called ‘Fat People With Guns,’ which is about America,” the “You Can’t Hurry Love” singer said, adding: “And I’ll just write that phrase down so I don’t forget it. And at some point I might, before somebody else does now, I might write a song around it.”
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Phil Collins Calls Donald Trump 'Nasty' And 'Unattractive'
Although Collins didn't elaborate on exactly what inspired the title, he went on to share his less-than-flattering opinions about Trump. When Morgan asked Collins what he thought of the president, the "In the Air Tonight" singer replied, "Not a lot." Ouch!
"His whole manner is unattractive," Collins said. He went on to compare Trump to previous presidents, explaining that historically, presidents have been "eloquent and elegant," and that even when people disagreed with them, they could still respect them.
"But when someone like Trump is as nasty as he is, you end up feeling dislike for him," the "You'll Be in My Heart" hitmaker continued, after recalling watching Trump's testimony during the E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse and defamation case.
"He plays politics like a businessman. And it's not, like, really a business at all. It's diplomacy. But he sees everything as a deal, won or lost," Collins added.
The eight-time Grammy winner also expressed concerns about Trump potentially seeking a third presidential term, despite the Constitution's two-term limit.
"It's a very scary time," he said, adding that it wouldn't surprise him if Trump tried to challenge the restriction. "I'm not a political person, but I do see right from wrong," Collins asserted.
This isn't the first time Collins has publicly criticized Trump. Back in 2016, during Trump's first presidential campaign, he described the then-candidate as "a big accident waiting to happen." He also objected to Trump's campaign using his hit song "In the Air Tonight" at a rally in 2020, with his representatives sending a cease-and-desist letter.
White House Responds To Phil Collins' Comments As Republicans Slam The Singer
As it has done in the past when other A-listers have spoken out against Trump, the White House once again weighed in on Collins' remarks, with spokesman Davis Ingle reportedly saying in a statement: "No one with a brain cares what woke Hollywood has to say."
And Republicans and MAGA supporters on social media had plenty to say too! Many criticized the singer for commenting on American politics, while others accused him of ruining his legacy and even threatened to boycott his music.
"Hollywood just needs to shut up! Nobody's listening to you except to use you as a meme or gif!" exclaimed one critic on X. "I'm sick of worthless washed up celebrities opinions," slammed a second, while a third said they weren't interested in what "democrat celebrities" had to say.
"Irrelevant and clueless!" blasted a fourth, seemingly referring to Collins himself. "Dudes who peaked in the 80s still trying to be relevant today saying the name 'Trump,'" quipped a fifth. "I liked him back when he was young and talented – I guess he's just a nasty old hateful [expletive] these days," remarked a sixth.
"I don't like when people criticize Americans, especially ones that don't even live here. No one cares about his old nasty British [expletive] anyway," wrote a seventh. "Great way to end your career by disparaging millions of Americans who bought your music," added an eighth.
"What a way to ruin your legacy Phil Collins, why does everyone have to disappoint you in life?" commented a ninth. "They just make it so easy to clean up my music playlist," quipped a tenth. "Another artist I used to admire, down the toilet! Deleting off my Spotify. Can't listen to him sing anymore without thinking what a jerk he has become!" declared an eleventh.
"Tell Phil to go bang on some drums and leave our POTUS alone," demanded a twelfth. "Phil you haven't written a hit in a long [expletive] time, mate. Shut the [expletive] up and keep taking the royalties," slammed a thirteenth.
