The Isaac Hayes Estate has initiated legal action against Donald Trump's campaign for unauthorized use of "Hold On I'm Coming" during his 2024 presidential campaign announcement. The song, co-written by Hayes and David Porter in 1966, was performed by Sam & Dave.

The estate released statements via Twitter, confirming they did not approve the song's use and are "exploring multiple legal options" to prevent future unauthorized usage. They acknowledged the challenges of stopping politicians from using artists' music but emphasized their commitment to protecting Hayes' work.

Trump joins a growing list of unauthorized music usage cases, with numerous prominent artists opposing his campaign's use of their songs, including:

• Neil Young
• Elton John
• Bruce Springsteen
• Creedence Clearwater Revival
• R.E.M.
• Twisted Sister
• Pharrell
• Ozzy Osbourne
• Adele
• Queen
• Rihanna
• The Village People
• Jack White
• Estates of George Harrison, Tom Petty, and Prince

The controversy comes as Trump officially announced his 2024 presidential run and filed FEC forms, though midterm results suggest waning enthusiasm for his campaign.

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