Lizzo shared an emotional message on social media Monday, January 20th, responding to Donald Trump’s inauguration for his second term as president. The “Truth Hurts” singer acknowledged the mix of fear, anxiety, and disappointment many felt after Trump’s reelection. In a heartfelt video, Lizzo encouraged her followers to channel those emotions into meaningful action. “Now is the time to build community,” she said. “Now is the time to convert your fear or your anger or your disappointment or your anxiety into constructive activism, community building and movement.” She also reminded her fans, “Please do not allow the weight of the world to change your world. Remember the value of having a pure heart.”
Trump’s first day back in office brought sweeping changes, as he signed over 100 executive orders spanning issues like climate, healthcare, gender, immigration, and justice. One of his most controversial moves was targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, including environmental justice initiatives and equity-related grants. Additionally, his administration revived efforts to ban TikTok.
In response, Lizzo urged her audience to focus on radical positivity and self-care after the inauguration. “There are ways to take action every single day to make this world a better place,” she shared. “And sometimes just having a good day can be a radical act. And remember, give yourself grace and be kind to yourself today. Take some time, take some space, do whatever you need, because you deserve it.”
A vocal critic of Trump, Lizzo has consistently championed civic engagement. Reflecting on her support for Vice President Kamala Harris, she said, “I’m proud to say that I voted, I voted early and I voted for Kamala Harris. They say voting is not a love letter; it is a chess move.” Addressing skeptics, she added, “If your vote didn’t matter, voter suppression would not exist.”
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