‘Try That in a Small Town’: Jason Aldean addresses controversy over song at Cincinnati concert. See what he said

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Jason Aldean, the renowned country star, candidly responded to the controversy surrounding his song «Try That in a Small Town» and its music video during his Ohio concert at the Riverbend Music Center in Cincinnati on Friday (July 21). Amidst his Highway Desperado Tour performance, the 46-year-old artist took a moment to reflect on the recent backlash the track received, with some critics deeming the lyrics and imagery as racist and anti-protest.

In a fan-captured video, Aldean addressed the audience, stating, «It’s been a long week, and I’ve seen a lot of stuff suggesting I’m this, suggesting I’m that. I feel like everybody’s entitled to their opinion.

You can think something all you want to, it doesn’t mean it’s true.» He continued, «What I am is a proud American. I’m proud to be from here.

I love our country. I want to see it restored to what it once was before all this bulls— started happening to us.

I love my country, I love my family, and I will do anything to protect that, I can tell you that right now.» The crowd responded with thunderous cheers and a spirited chant of «USA! USA!» Earlier, CMT had pulled the controversial music video for «Try That in a Small Town» after airing it for three days, without elaborating on the reasons. The video featured scenes of protesters in confrontations with police, looters breaking display cases, and thieves robbing a convenience store. FAQs Q: What was the controversy surrounding Jason Aldean's song «Try That in a Small Town»?A: The song faced backlash for its perceived racist and anti-protest lyrics and imagery in the corresponding music video.Q: How did Jason Aldean respond to the criticism during his Cincinnati concert?A: Aldean addressed the controversy, asserting his