Jason Aldean says he stands by controversial “Try That in a Small Town”: “I know what the intentions were”
by CBSnews
Jason Aldean says he stands by controversial “Try That in a Small Town”: “I know what the intentions were”
by CBSnews
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Country music superstar Jason Aldean found himself facing an unexpected wave of controversy when his song, “Try That in a Small Town,” gained widespread attention in July following the release of its music video, which depicts protesters confronting police officers.
Supporters believe the song champions the values of small towns during uncertain times, while critics argue it contains racist undertones and calls for violence.
In Aldean’s first network news interview about the controversy, he defended the song and the music video’s content.
“There was people of all color doing stuff in the video. That’s what I don’t understand,” he told CBS News.
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