In a recent video message on Instagram, Amy Lee told Americans to vote in the upcoming elections.
“I’m Amy Lee, and I will proudly be voting for Kamala Harris for president of the United States,” the Evanescence singer began by stating who she endorses. “There’s so much at stake this year, from reproductive rights to responsible gun legislation we desperately need, to democracy itself.”
She continued, “Our right to have a voice in this place. We need an advocate, someone who will listen to us and represent us with honor and integrity. I believe Kamala Harris and Tim Walz will help take our country forward.”
“Vote. Voting is a privilege we can’t take for granted. Use your voice. Use it for something good,” the rocker lastly said in her message.
Last month, Evanescence joined other musicians to perform at the ‘Musicians For Kamala’ livestream event. Top music and entertainment professionals organized this event to support the Harris-Walz campaign and the Harris Victory Fund.
In 2020, Lee spoke about her political views for the first time. She said she couldn’t stay quiet while her country’s freedom was in danger. The rocker chose to speak up after the GOP-led Senate cleared President Trump without calling any witnesses.
Amy noted at the time, “I do not accept lying, cheating or bullying from my government… Accepting this abuse says it’s okay for our leaders to lie to us, cheat on us, make decisions without our input, and silence us when we try to speak up. This isn’t about your policies or beliefs, it’s about our freedom. I will never bow down to a dictator.”
Many top musicians have supported Harris, like Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Bruce Springsteen, Billie Eilish, Charli XCX, Eminem, and John Legend. Trump has also gained support from musicians, including Kid Rock, Ted Nugent, Staind’s Aaron Lewis, and former KISS guitarist Ace Frehley.