Ted Nugent Stands with Jason Aldean Amidst Controversy Over His Song “Try That In A Small Town”
Renowned rock icon, Ted Nugent, has come forward to support country music star Jason Aldean amidst the ongoing debate surrounding Aldean’s popular track “Try That In A Small Town.” Nugent is quick to dismiss the song’s detractors, emphasizing its message against violence and for self-defense and the protection of loved ones.
In an appearance on Fox News Saturday Night, Nugent, the legendary guitarist, expressed his thoughts about the outcry over Aldean’s country hit. Nugent, known for his strong opinions on Second Amendment rights and free speech, firmly adheres to his radical beliefs, which he believes reflect the fundamental values of faith, family, and country.
Despite the track being taken off air by Country Music Television (CMT) due to alleged pro-lynching sentiments, Aldean’s song has achieved tremendous success, climbing to the top of the charts. Nugent, alongside others, argues that the song’s real message revolves around self-defense, earning support from fans and music industry colleagues such as Lee Greenwood and Travis Tritt.
While performing with his 1959 Gibson Les Paul guitar during ‘The Ted Nugent Guns, Guitars & Hot Rod Cars’ auction, Nugent, a staunch supporter of Aldean, discussed the controversy surrounding the song.
Opposing viewpoints have come from critics including comedian Andy Richter and singer Sheryl Crow, who have labeled the song as “lame” and accused it of encouraging violence. The music video, with footage from the 2020 riots following George Floyd’s death, has also been a subject of criticism for its suggested meanings.