February 4, 2025
Janelle Monae made clear that Nelly’s actions will not fly by any means.
Janelle Monae made her emotions identified about Nelly’s resolution to carry out on the Trump inauguration.
The “I Like That” singer apparently didn’t like how Nelly carried out for the newly-elected Republican chief. In response to TMZ, the singer shared the stage with Anderson .Paak at a Grammys afterparty, which Nelly additionally attended.
#JanelleMonae roasted #Nelly at a #GRAMMYs after-party in L.A. Sunday evening, blasting him for just lately acting at #PresidentTrump‘s inauguration 👀 Particulars right here: https://t.co/m3Ji9QOv3y pic.twitter.com/iLcbDSP13b
— TMZ (@TMZ) February 3, 2025
She use a band-version of his “Scorching In Right here” beat to name out the rapper’s controversial selection. Shortly after the track began, Monae shouted “f–okay Nelly” earlier than digging into the rapper.
“I used to love Nelly however then he went to carry out for Donald Trump. So f–okay that n-gga…,” she started her testy remix.
She then emphasised how a lot she doesn’t care if her phrases spark stress, saying she cares extra concerning the very individuals Trump’s insurance policies affect, together with ladies and Hispanic individuals. Monae proceeded to assert that Nelly “offered out” by performing for Trump regardless of his dangerous plans.
She added, “Nelly, you offered out. I used to assume he was cool, however now you appear to be a motherf—ing idiot. . . f— you, you get a brand new perspective.”
Nelly was seen within the crowd, shocked by Monae’s daring stance towards him, however didn’t seem to reply to the matter. Nevertheless, Ashanti’s husband did just lately defend his actions to take the stage on the inauguration.
Final month, Nelly went on Willie D Dwell to clarify his apolitical nature. He admitted that he felt “clueless” on quite a lot of points, and didn’t take into account the efficiency an endorsement.
“…I’m clueless on quite a lot of issues when it will get right down to it,” he shared. “So what I are likely to say is, yo, do your homework and make your individual selections about it.”
He additionally in contrast himself to members of the navy. In his thoughts, if they’ll serve the nation irrespective of who’s in cost, so can he.
“If these individuals can provide their life for the workplace, Nelly can carry out,” he mentioned. “It’s an honor for me to carry out for President of the USA, no matter who’s in workplace.”
This excuse, nevertheless, clearly didn’t fly with Miss Monae.