The international hit's lyricist has explained that the song – which has been widely misunderstood since its release in 1977– has nothing to do with the gay scene ...

Village People lyricist Victor Willis has praised Donald Trump’s use of “YMCA” during campaign rallies ... friendly Greenwich Village, while the costumes they wore were reportedly a nod ...

However, Victor Willis, the founding member who penned the lyrics to their biggest hit, YMCA, insists it's not a gay anthem. He's even threatened legal action against anyone who suggests otherwise.

Victor Willis ... totally about gay life," wrote Willis. Willis explained that the lyrics he contributed to “Y.M.C.A.” were informed by his observations at YMCA branches in "urban areas ...

(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.” ...