Gavin DeGraw is joining the list of performers ringing in Trump's inauguration as he prepares to perform at the Starlight Ball. At this time, the "Not Over You" singer is slated as the only performer at the ball, which is the last of the evening.

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Rapper Nelly spoke about his upcoming performance at President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration events Jan. 20, defending his decision amid backlash.

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

Rapper Nelly has defended his decision to play at Donald Trump ’s upcoming inauguration. The Ride Wit Me hitmaker is a part of the lineup performing at Trump’s second inauguration at the US Capitol on Monday.

Nelly has responded to the backlash over his decision to perform at Donald Trump's inauguration describing it as an honor.

Tomorrow (January 20) marks the second inauguration of president-elect Donald Trump. But, this Inauguration Day’s festivities are attracting attention for a number of contrasting reasons. One of the most hotly debated points of discussion surrounds the day’s featured entertainment–which includes rappers Nelly and Snoop Dogg.

Rapper Nelly addresses backlash over performing at Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration, explaining his decision in a Willie D Live interview.

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Nelly is one of several Black artists that have been announced to be performing at Donald Trump Inaugural events next week.

American rapper and three-time Grammy award-winning artist Nelly will perform at the Liberty Ball on Inauguration Day.