During the conversation with Willie D., the “Hot in Herre” singer also spoke directly to his critics, balking at the suggestion that Trump was a white supremacist. “I would ask them to show me where he’s a white supremacist,” Nelly retorted.

This week's Trending Up looks at the inauguration's impact on consumption for its biggest performers, as well as newly viral older songs for Hozier and Julie Doiron.

Nelly has stirred up a storm after agreeing to perform at an inaugural ball celebrating President-elect Donald Trump’s swearing-in. The "Hot In Here" hitmaker isn’t backing down, though, and defended his decision in a chat with Willie D.

Despite all of the talk surrounding Underwood's inauguration set, the singer was left with some disappointing music news.

Carrie Underwood and Nelly‘s streaming numbers slumped following their performances at Donald Trump‘s inauguration. Underwood’s rendition of ‘America The Beautiful’ at the US President ...

Carrie Underwood sees streaming numbers tumble after performing at Trump inauguration - Nelly, who performed at an inaugural ball, also saw his streaming numbers dip

Carrie Underwood, Snoop Dogg and Nelly have faced backlash for agreeing to perform at Donald Trump ’s inauguration party and related events. Underwood, 41, will sing America the Beautiful at the bash on Monday night and said last week that she feels “honored” to be part of a “historic event” at the US Capitol.

Nelly, Carrie Underwood, and Village People each shared their reasoning for performing at Donald Trump's inauguration.

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

Carrie Underwood's performance at Trump's 2025 inauguration sees backlash, with streaming numbers dropping by 6%.

Carrie Underwood performing ‘America the Beautiful ... together in the spirit of unity and looking to the future.” Nelly also faced a backlash over his decision to perform at one of Trump ...

Carrie Underwood’s rendition of “America the Beautiful” at ... a time when we must all come together in the spirit of unity and looking to the future.” Nelly also faced a backlash over his decision to perform at one of Trump’s inaugural balls.