"Sarah Palin's views and values in NO WAY represent us as American women. We ask that our song 'Barracuda' no longer be used to promote her image. The song 'Barracuda' was written in the late 70s as a scathing rant against the soulless, corporate nature of the music business, particularly for women. (The 'barracuda' represented the business.) While Heart did not and would not authorize the use of their song at the RNC, there's irony in Republican strategists' choice to make use of it there."
To check out the rest of the article:
http://hollywoodinsider.ew.com/2008/09/heart-responds.htmlAhh, little back-water barracuda, (and her handlers,) you are playing with sharks now. After the mixed response to Obama's use of Brooks and Dunn's
Only in America, ya'll should have realized you must vet even your music.
Using the mindset "It's easier to beg forgiveness than ask permission" speaks volumes.
- K.