No Heart for "Barracuda"

When she was a star basketball player for Wasilla High School in Alaska, Sarah Palin earned the nickname "Barracuda" for her drive and competitiveness on the court. Naturally, when the folks with the Republican National Convention needed a theme song of sorts for their vice-presidential candidate, Heart's 1977 hit single "Barracuda" came to mind. It pounded through the speakers as the Republican faithful celebrated and added a great touch to the event.

Apparently, they didn't ask permission to use the song from the music group and they aren't fans of the Republican Party. Sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson were upset at the use of "Barracuda" and sent a cease and desist order to the Republican Party. Here's their official statement:

"Sarah Palin's views and values in NO WAY represent us as American women. We ask that our song 'Barracuda' no longer be used to promote her image. The song 'Barracuda' was written in the late 70s as a scathing rant against the soulless, corporate nature of the music business, particularly for women. (The 'barracuda' represented the business.) While Heart did not and would not authorize the use of their song at the RNC, there's irony in Republican strategists' choice to make use of it there."

How petty and ridiculous can you be. If they were smart, they would ask for royalties and let the McCain/Palin campaign revive a 31-year-old song that hasn't seen the light of day in ages. Maybe the Wilson sisters would earn a little money for doing absolutely nothing. But they have to act like they're offended just like any good liberal would and make a big deal out of it. Really petty, ladies. And I used to like your songs, too.