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Neil Young’s New Protest Song Criticizes Tesla, Musk, and U.S. Automakers

The reworked Woody Guthrie classic, performed at a Los Angeles benefit, calls for clean-energy innovation and warns of political censorship risks.

Neil Young performs onstage during the Light Up The Blues 7 Concert celebrating Autism Speaks' 20th Anniversary at the Greek Theatre on April 26, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
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Overview

  • Neil Young debuted 'Let’s Roll Again,' a reimagining of Woody Guthrie’s 'This Land Is Your Land,' at the Autism Speaks benefit in Los Angeles on April 26.
  • The song critiques Tesla and Elon Musk with pointed lyrics, including 'If you’re a fascist, get a Tesla,' while urging legacy automakers like Ford, GM, and Chrysler to lead in clean-energy vehicle innovation.
  • Young praises China’s advancements in electric vehicle production, contrasting them with perceived U.S. complacency in the sector.
  • The anthem reflects Young’s broader activism, including his boycott of Musk’s X platform since 2023 over antisemitic content and his criticism of Donald Trump’s presidency.
  • Young has expressed fears of potential U.S. travel restrictions or legal consequences tied to his outspoken political commentary abroad.