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Kid Rock defends Turning Point USA’s Super Bowl halftime show

Kid Rock defends Turning Point USA halftime show amid backlash
  • Kid Rock defended his upcoming performance at Turning Point USA's "All-American Halftime Show", stating it is driven by a love for America and his base, not hate.
  • The show is an alternative to the NFL's official Super Bowl halftime performance by Bad Bunny, aiming to provide entertainment for conservative Americans.
  • Rock claimed a significant portion of the country is "underserved entertainment-wise" and that the event is for people who love America, football, and Jesus.
  • Critics highlighted past lyrics from Kid Rock's songs, such as "Cool, Daddy Cool", which contain controversial content seemingly at odds with TPUSA's Christian values.
  • In the days leading up to the event, Kid Rock's "Rock the Country" festival was cancelled in South Carolina after several artists pulled out.
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