Stevie Nicks: The Ever-Enigmatic Witchy Icon

Stevie Nicks made a memorable appearance on Saturday Night Live, delivering a heartfelt performance of her latest track, “The Lighthouse.”This pro-choice anthem garnered widespread acclaim online, with many expressing admiration for Nicks and her enduring commitment to advocating for women’s rights. However, some viewers seemed unaware of Nicks’ background and were mocking her new release, which is quite shortsighted.

The song serves as a potent reminder of the significance of bodily autonomy, emphasizing the message, “Don’t let them take your power.”Many fans, including myself, were deeply moved by Nicks’ performance. Nonetheless, as is often the case with strong pro-choice expressions, the online backlash was disappointing.

Comments ranged from uninformed critiques of Nicks to individuals merely reiterating the same misconceptions surrounding reproductive rights. Their negative reactions towards Nicks’ song were disheartening.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1PpthYqJks

Stevie Nicks: The Lighthouse (Live) – SNL (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1PpthYqJks)

The situation intensified when filmmaker Heather Fink shared the performance video but mistakenly labeled the song as “pro abortion.” The accurate term should be “pro choice,” a clarification she later provided in the comments. However, this did not deter those who oppose abortion from voicing their dissatisfaction with Nicks and her message.

Stevie Nicks’ new song “The Lighthouse” is a pro abortion and reproductive rights anthem & she sang it on SNL tonight. Bravo @StevieNicks thank you! “Don’t Let Them Take Your Power” https://t.co/220ur0BYmB

— Heather Fink (@heatherfink) October 13, 2024

Responses to the tweet included comments like, “Songs about killing babies being glorified and praised. We are doomed.” This misrepresents the message of Nicks’ song, which calls for active participation in ensuring one’s rights are protected. Additionally, many commenters resorted to making witch-related jokes about Nicks, which is perplexing.

The prevailing sentiment seems to be that they can make fun of her appearance, but… what rock have you been living under?

If you believe Nicks has recently adopted a witch persona…

Stevie Nicks has long been associated with a mystical, witch-like persona. Her iconic song “Rhiannon” is often dubbed a witch song, and her ties to witchcraft were even portrayed in the American Horror Story: Coven series. It’s astonishing that anyone would believe this is a new development.

The sudden backlash to Nicks’ song, along with her advocacy for abortion rights, clearly indicates a lack of understanding about her legacy.

Genuine LOL at all the angry folks saying, “I used to love Stevie Nicks before, but I can’t now that she’s a weird witch.” Oh, you mean *this* Stevie? From 1976? pic.twitter.com/EuKa2zpYKZ

— Megan F (@Oh_YoureFergie) October 14, 2024

Nicks has publicly shared her own experience with abortion, stating that had she not made that choice, Fleetwood Mac as we know it may not have existed. In a 2020 interview with The Guardian, prior to the overturning of Roe v. Wade, she reflected, “If I had not had that abortion, I’m pretty sure there would have been no Fleetwood Mac.”

It is truly astonishing that some individuals perceive this stance as new behavior for Nicks. This has always represented who she is. However, if your familiarity with Fleetwood Mac only extends to “The Chain” without any further exploration, it’s understandable that confusion might arise. Regardless, our beloved witchy queen remains true to herself, and we embrace her for it.

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