Musicians Rally Behind Kamala Harris in 2024 Presidential Election

As Kamala Harris steps into the spotlight as the Democratic candidate for the 2024 presidential election, several high-profile musicians are lending their voices to her campaign. After President Joe Biden’s decision to step down, endorsing his vice president, the floodgates opened for celebrity endorsements, with artists like Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Cardi B, and John Legend publicly supporting Harris in her bid for the White House.

Harris, a former attorney, quickly garnered more than $50 million in fundraising just hours after her campaign launch. In her response to Biden’s endorsement, she expressed gratitude for his leadership and reaffirmed her determination to win the nomination, stating, “I am honored to have the President’s endorsement, and my intention is to earn and win this nomination.”

Musicians Join the Chorus

Musicians were quick to rally behind Harris, with many stars previously hesitant to endorse Biden now stepping up to support his vice president. Ariana Grande, Cardi B, and John Legend were among the first to back Harris, with pop star Charli XCX adding her own unique spin by tweeting, “Kamala IS brat.”

After the first presidential debate in September, Taylor Swift shared her support on Instagram, expressing confidence in Harris’ leadership. “I’m voting for @kamalaharris because she fights for the rights and causes I believe need a warrior to champion them,” she wrote. Swift added that Harris is “a steady-handed, gifted leader” and emphasized the importance of calm leadership over chaos.

Other Artists Stand Up for Harris

Many more musicians have endorsed Harris since her campaign began. From Bruce Springsteen to Barbra Streisand, artists have voiced their support through social media and live performances. Beyoncé showed her approval by allowing Harris to use her hit song “Freedom” during a campaign visit, while Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas urged their fans to support Harris in the fight against extremist agendas.

Some artists, like Foo Fighters, took a direct stand against Harris’ opponent, Donald Trump. After learning that Trump had used their song “My Hero” at a rally without permission, the band pledged to donate any royalties from the unauthorized use to Harris’ campaign.

The Growing List of Supporters

The roster of musicians endorsing Harris continues to grow as the election approaches. Some highlights include:

• Ariana Grande: Shared Biden’s endorsement of Harris on her Instagram Story, encouraging fans to register to vote.
• Barbra Streisand: Praised Harris and condemned Trump, calling him a “pathological liar” while affirming Harris would make a great president.
• Bruce Springsteen: Publicly declared his vote for Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz.
• Cardi B: Long an advocate for Harris, she expressed her frustration at Biden’s initial decision to run and celebrated his withdrawal.
• Billie Eilish & Finneas: Both publicly backed Harris, urging fans to vote in defense of reproductive rights and democracy.

Additional support came from artists like Carole King, Demi Lovato, Jason Isbell, and James Taylor, who either performed at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) or voiced their support on social media.

Stars Taking a Stand

Some musicians not only endorsed Harris but also criticized the Republican ticket. Linda Ronstadt condemned Trump’s policies and running mate JD Vance’s past comments about Democrats, while Kesha also vocalized her disdain for Vance’s remarks.

Artists like Megan Thee Stallion, Patti LaBelle, and Quavo have used their platforms and performances to back Harris. John Legend, who performed at the DNC, expressed his excitement to help Harris defeat Trump and his “authoritarian, oppressive” agenda.

A Movement Grows

With election day fast approaching, the support for Harris from the music world shows no signs of slowing down. The ongoing list of musicians throwing their weight behind her campaign continues to grow, from pop stars like Olivia Rodrigo and Pink to rock legends like Neil Young and New Radicals.

As the election nears, Billboard will continue to update the list of musicians supporting Kamala Harris in her historic bid for the presidency.