South African musician David Scott has turned former US President Donald Trump’s controversial claim about illegal immigrants ‘eating pets’ in Ohio into a viral Reggaeton hit. Scott’s band, Kiffness, released a parody song titled “Eating the Cats” that has garnered over 6.5 million views on X (formerly Twitter).
The song uses an edited audio clip of Trump’s statement, made during a US presidential debate, and sets it to a catchy Reggaeton beat. The music video opens with Trump’s voice saying, “They’re eating the dogs/ they’re eating the cats/ they’re eating the pets of the people who live there.”
It’s worth noting that Trump’s claim was fact-checked in real-time during the debate. The moderators rejected it, stating there was no evidence to support it. However, the statement sparked outrage and fueled online humor, with Scott’s parody being the latest example.
The humorous song, which contrasts Trump’s claim with the sounds of cats and dogs, features Scott urging the people of Springfield, Ohio, not to eat his cat and dog. He also suggests alternative food options, singing, “People of Springfield, please don’t eat my cat/ why would you do that / eat something else.”
This isn’t the first time Trump’s comments have sparked viral online reactions. Earlier, a Golden Retriever’s animated response to the claim also went viral, amusing the internet.
Scott’s parody has received praise from fans, who have dubbed it a hilarious “banger” and “brilliant.” The viral success of the song highlights the power of music to satirize current events and capture the public’s attention.
