The hit singer Hot in Therewho accepted the invitation of the new American president, will perform alongside the Village People, Kid Rock and Carrie Underwood. Like his counterparts, the artist defends himself « not participate in a presidential campaign ».
« I respect the presidency no matter who won it ». Invited by Donald Trump to perform during the inauguration ceremony of the new American president this Monday, January 20, the rapper Nelly, author of the hit Hot in Theredownplayed the political implications of his upcoming performance. Strongly criticized by his fans since the announcement, he explained on the microphone of the Willie D Live podcast that he was not doing this for the money, but because « it’s an honor ». « If men and women risk their lives on the front regardless of the president, I can guarantee a concert »the 50-year-old artist justified himself.
« I respect the presidency no matter who won it »
Nelly
He adds that « more than half the country voted for [Donald] Trump » and calls on Americans to respect « the democratic process when it goes into [leur] sens », but also « when he doesn’t go in [leur] sens ». The rapper, whose criminal record includes a conviction for drug possession in 2015, a charge of rape in 2017 and sexual assault on two women in 2018, as well as a conviction for possession of ecstasy and lack of insurance in 2024, also denies « not participate in a presidential campaign »is or « American national committee ».
-Alongside the Village People
Nelly is not the only artist to have to justify his presence at Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony which will be held from 6 p.m. this Monday, Paris time. The Village People, famous performers of the hit Y.M.C.A – title used several times by the Republican candidate during the American presidential campaign – were also invited. On Facebook they assume a decision that does not please everyone, but insisted that « music should be played regardless of political preferences ».
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Fervent Democrats, the members of the group do not hide having supported Kamala Harris during the election last November. « Our song Y.M.C.A. is an anthem that will bring the country together after a tumultuous campaign in which our candidate lost »they explained. Before concluding: « It’s time for the country to be united again through the power of music. This is why we will participate in the inauguration of Donald J. Trump. »
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