Nationwide — Stephen A. Smith is talking out in protection of rappers like Snoop Dogg, Nelly, and Soulja Boy who carried out at occasions surrounding Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration. Smith mentioned he doesn’t perceive the backlash they’re receiving for making a dwelling.
Throughout a latest episode of his YouTube present, Smith requested powerful questions in regards to the criticism, based on Billboard. He mentioned, “What if this individual voted for him as a result of they’re broke they usually suppose he can put some extra money of their pocket?”
Smith particularly defended Soulja Boy, saying he has the suitable to earn a living. “Soulja Boy ain’t received no proper to make some cash?” Smith requested. He additionally famous that Soulja Boy earned a big amount of cash from his efficiency, one thing that takes most individuals a yr to earn.
Smith additionally got here to Snoop Dogg’s protection, declaring that he carried out on the Crypto Ball, indirectly for Trump. Snoop has a long-standing relationship with David Sacks, Trump’s Crypto and A.I. czar, who has supported Snoop’s soccer league and different ventures.
As for Nelly, Smith claimed he’s not into politics and performs for individuals who pay the suitable price. In the meantime, Nelly lately defended his resolution, saying that he carried out as a matter of respect for the workplace, not for monetary achieve.
