Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong has never been one to hold back when it comes to politics, and his latest takedown of Donald Trump has sent shockwaves across social media. The legendary punk rocker, known for his outspoken views, went off on the former president during a recent performance, leaving the crowd in an uproar. Unsurprisingly, Trump was not happy about it, reportedly flying into a rage after Armstrong’s brutal remarks went viral.
Billie Joe’s Blistering Rant: "We’re Not Gonna Take This!"
During a Green Day concert, Armstrong took a moment to address the audience, shifting from music to politics with an impassioned speech. "I can’t believe we’re still dealing with this guy," Armstrong said, referring to Trump. "How many times do we have to say it? This is NOT what America is about!"
The punk icon didn’t stop there. "This is a man who built his whole brand on hate, division, and lies. And the fact that some people still worship him? That’s the real sickness in America!" The crowd erupted in cheers as Armstrong continued, calling Trump a "wannabe dictator" and urging fans to stand up against what he described as the "toxic legacy" of Trumpism.
But the most brutal moment came when Armstrong took aim at Trump’s obsession with crowd sizes and approval ratings. "He’s probably sitting in his gold-plated toilet right now, tweeting about how he’s the most popular guy in the world," Armstrong joked. "News flash, dude—you lost, get over it!"
Trump’s Explosive Response: "Green Day is a Washed-Up Band!"
It didn’t take long for Trump to respond, and he did so in classic Trump fashion—by lashing out on social media. In a furious post, Trump dismissed Armstrong’s remarks, calling Green Day a "washed-up, irrelevant band trying to stay relevant by attacking me."
"Billie Joe Armstrong is a total loser," Trump wrote. "Green Day hasn’t been good since the early 2000s. Just another desperate left-wing radical who hates America!"
Trump’s supporters quickly jumped in to defend him, attacking Armstrong as "just another Hollywood elite trying to lecture real Americans." But Green Day fans and Trump critics were just as quick to clap back, pointing out that Armstrong has been vocal about politics for decades and isn’t afraid to speak his mind.
The Internet Explodes: Fans Rally Behind Armstrong
As soon as Armstrong’s comments went viral, social media erupted. Green Day fans flooded Twitter and Instagram with messages of support, with many praising Armstrong for using his platform to speak out. "Billie Joe Armstrong has NEVER been afraid to call out corruption, and I love him for it," one fan tweeted.
Others took direct shots at Trump. "Imagine getting so mad at a punk band for doing exactly what punk bands do," another user posted. "Trump losing his mind over Green Day is the funniest thing I’ve seen all week."