Nelly defends performing at Donald Trump's inauguration in defiant statement
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Nelly has branded performing at Donald Trump's inauguration party an "honour" as he defends his decision to take part. The rapper is set to be part of Trump's second inauguration at the US Capitol today alongside Carrie Underwood, Kid Rock, Billy Ray Cyrus, Village People and Jason Aldean. It has since been moved indoors due to cold weather. Just before the event, Nelly has decided to hit back at the criticism he has faced with performing at the event.
He said he didn't expect people to question his action and dedication towards his community. Speaking to Geto Boys’ Willie D, Nelly argued that "the things you do" are more important than "the things you say should be done". He said: "I didn’t know that I had to agree with your political choices.
"If you follow what I do, this shouldn’t even be an argument. He is the president. He won. I’m not doing this for money. I’m doing this because it’s an honor. I respect the office. It don’t matter who is in office. The same way our brothers and sisters go to war to put their life on the line for whoever is in office. So, if they can put their life on the line for whoever is in office, I can damn sure perform for whoever is in office.".
Nelly responded to the criticism of potentially endorsing a "white supremacist" with his performance as he demanded evidence for such claims. He added: "I'm not saying that he ain't got some f---ed up ways, that's why I'm not telling you who to vote for. What I'm saying is that he's the president of the United States. He's not the candidate for the United States-he's the president. He won.".
