During a captivating interview with Tucker Carlson, Kid Rock, the politically conservative musician from Michigan, addressed the topic of “cancel culture” and left the Fox News host in fits of laughter. Kid Rock had agreed to sit down with Carlson to discuss his recently released single, “We the People,” which had garnered significant attention from the mainstream media. Rolling Stone, in particular, had given the song a negative review, deeming it offensive.
The lyrics of the song showcased Kid Rock’s alignment with the right-wing agenda, as he criticized social media platforms, President Joe Biden, and even repeated the now-infamous phrase “Let’s go Brandon” multiple times. Rolling Stone quoted lyrics that expressed Kid Rock’s views on COVID-19, border control, and his admiration for former President Donald Trump. The publication also highlighted that this was not the first time Kid Rock had expressed his thoughts forcefully through his music, citing his previous release, “Don’t Tell Me How to Live,” where he used derogatory language to describe the United States and compared himself to prominent figures like Bruce Springsteen and Brad Pitt.
Referring to Rolling Stone’s review, Tucker Carlson raised the issue of “woke culture” during his interview with Kid Rock, questioning why the musician had not been subject to cancellation. Carlson pointed out the prevailing atmosphere where people were discouraged from freely expressing their thoughts, while Kid Rock seemed to have no such limitations. Kid Rock boldly responded, declaring himself “uncancelable” and explaining that his independence from corporate influence made it impossible to silence him. He relished the attempts made to cancel him, asserting his indifference towards corporate entities and relishing his freedom to speak his mind.
Kid Rock’s “We the People” tour prominently features the eponymous title track, which strongly criticizes Joe Biden, as evident in its chorus: “We the People, Let’s go, Brandon.” The song concludes with a message of unity and a call to come together to overcome challenges. Beyond their professional interaction, Kid Rock and Tucker Carlson also share a friendship off-camera. According to TMZ, they were seen enjoying each other’s company at Kid Rock’s Tennessee bar, where they were warmly welcomed by the staff and engaged in conversation while the audience celebrated their presence with chants of “USA!”
TMZ also reported on Kid Rock’s stance on being “uncancelable,” highlighting his outspoken nature on such issues and his active participation in opposing cancel culture. Another well-known Michigan rocker, Ted Nugent, recently expressed his support for Kid Rock, emphasizing their shared independence and critical thinking as vital components of the American Dream. Nugent praised Kid Rock for challenging the status quo and encouraging others to question and dismiss norms that hinder progress.
In summary, Kid Rock’s fearless attitude and lack of allegiance to corporate interests have made him a prominent figure unafraid to express his views, even in the face of cancel culture. His music resonates with conservative values, and he has found camaraderie with Tucker Carlson, both on and off-camera. The musician’s unapologetic approach has drawn support from fellow rocker Ted Nugent, who admires Kid Rock’s commitment to critical thinking and his advocacy for individual independence.
