Deputy Prime Minister of New Zealand dismisses Chumbawamba controversy

New Zealand’s deputy prime minister Winston Peters has made headlines by dismissing the controversy surrounding his use of Chumbawamba hit Tubthumping at a political rally. The UK band had accused him of “hijacking” the song and even sought a “cease and desist” letter. Despite the backlash, Mr. Peters responded by saying that he does not care about the situation and that the media seems to be more involved in the matter than he is. This entire situation has sparked debate not only about intellectual property rights but also about the intersection of music, politics, and public perception.