The first record I ever owned was “Cruisin’” by Village People. Released in 1978, the album included a song that would become an international hit: “YMCA.” ...

Village People’s 1978 hit “YMCA” is the group’s most enduring song, and the hit single is frequently described as a “gay anthem” (even the Library Of Congress thinks it is).However ...

(CNN) - The lead singer of the Village People is clearing up assumptions about the band’s biggest hit, “YMCA.” Victor Willis, who also co-wrote the song, says it is not a “gay anthem.” ...

Victor Willis of the Village People insists the hit song 'YMCA' isn’t a 'gay anthem' and defended Trump’s use of it at rallies.

Victor Willis, a singer and co-writer on the Village People megahit "Y.M.C.A.," says the 1978 tune has "benefited greatly" from being a favorite on President-elect Trump's playlist.

The Village People’s lyricist and lead singer has hit out at the “false assumption” that the band’s biggest hit, “YMCA,” is a “gay anthem.” CNN values your feedback 1.

The Village People’s lyricist and lead singer has hit out at the “false assumption” that the band’s biggest hit, “YMCA,” is a “gay anthem.” CNN values your feedback 1.

(CNN) - The lead singer of the Village People is clearing up assumptions about the band’s biggest hit, “YMCA.” Victor Willis, who also co-wrote the song, says it is not a “gay anthem.” ...