Music has long played a distinctive role in U.S. presidential campaigns, shaping candidates’ images and connecting with voters. From Franklin D. Roosevelt’s upbeat ‘Happy Days Are Here Again’ during the Great Depression to Donald Trump’s controversial use of songs by artists who disapprove, the choices reflect deeper narratives. Other notable mentions include John F. Kennedy’s reworked ‘High Hopes’ by Frank Sinatra and Ronald Reagan’s misinterpretation of Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Born in the USA.’ The article also nods to Angela Merkel’s campaign in Germany, illustrating a global trend where candidates utilize music to forge connections.