In response to the backlash, Nelly went on Willie D Live to justify why he should be absolved of any criticism or guilt at Trump's inauguration, and his reasons were puzzling, to say the least.

Carrie Underwood and The Village People are among the artists who performed for President Donald Trump's Inauguration Day.

The Village People—the band behind one of Trump’s favorite hits, “Y.M.C.A.”—will perform at a pre-inauguration event.

Antonio Moore discusses Trump’s inauguration, his orders, and Snoop & Nelly’s performances. Nelly insists his participation isn’t political.

Rapper Nelly is addressing backlash after he announced he will perform at an inaugural ball following President-elect Donald Trump's swearing-in.

It is an honor for me to perform for the president of the United States, regardless of who is in office,” the rapper said.

Many musicians who have signed up to perform at the Inauguration have faced backlash from fans.

Snoop is just one of many performers lined up for Trump's inaugural events. According to CNN, Nelly will reportedly attend the Liberty Inaugural Ball on Monday, where Trump is also expected to be in attendance. NBC News reports that rappers Rod Wave, Kodak Black, and Fivio Foreign will also allegedly attend events.

Stephen A. Smith expressed confusion over the backlash against Snoop Dogg, Nelly, and Soulja Boy for performing at Trump's inauguration.

WASHINTON, D.C: 'The View’s Sunny Hostin didn’t hold back as she criticized rappers Snoop Dogg and Nelly for performing at Donald Trump’s inauguration, branding their actions as a betrayal of the Black community.

Nelly is doubling down and saying he was as "honored" to have been invited by Trump to perform at the inauguration.