Snoop Dogg responds to backlash over his performance at Trump’s 'Crypto Ball'
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Snoop Dogg is not letting critics faze him after his performance at Donald Trump's controversial "Crypto Ball" in Washington, D.C., on Friday.
The iconic rapper, who headlined the pro-Trump event, took to Instagram to address fans who were upset by his decision to perform at the pre-inauguration gathering, which celebrated Trump's push for cryptocurrency integration into the U.S. financial system.
The event, held just days before Trump's official swearing-in as president, drew a mix of celebrities, politicians, and crypto enthusiasts.
House Speaker Mike Johnson and other prominent figures were in attendance as Snoop Dogg took the stage alongside fellow performers Rick Ross, Soulja Boy, and Nelly.
Despite his past opposition to the Republican figurehead, including his 2017 music video mocking a Trump-like clown character, social media critics were quick to call out the rapper for what they perceived as hypocrisy.
One user blasted, “2pac always was right about snoop dogg, he always playing both sides for a check and some clout smh.”
2pac always was right about snoop dogg, he always playing both sides for a check and some clout smh.
Another said, “I have deleted all Snoop Dogg songs from my playlists... I will not listen to his music after i found out that he will be there to perform for the traitors on Monday.”
However, Snoop seemed unbothered by the backlash, quickly responding to the criticism. Hours after the event, he reposted a video from fellow performer Rick Ross on Instagram with the caption: “Got a real Crip up in the Crypto Ball, bang bang.”
In the clip, the rapper flashed a peace sign and grinned while wearing sunglasses, exuding confidence and clearly showing he was unfazed by the negative comments.
Fans continued to voice their discontent on social media, with one user remarking, “Even Snoop Dogg bent knee to Donald Trump. Never thought I’d see that. His crip walks will never be the same.”
Even Snopp Dogg bent knee to Donald Trump.
Never thought I’d see that. 👀
His crip walks will never be the same. You can’t be a G supporting rapists @SnoopDogg. pic.twitter.com/wDnZFYXhT1While many fans were vocal in their disappointment, not everyone was critical. Conservative internet personality Bo Loudin was quick to show support for Snoop, posting a photo of the rapper wearing a "Make America Great Again" hat, captioning it, “President Trump is unifying the country and will bring us into the GOLDEN AGE! Welcome to MAGA, Snoop!”
Hanging with the legendary Snoop Dogg, who is set to perform at President Trump's inauguration.
President Trump is unifying the country and will bring us into the GOLDEN AGE!
Welcome to MAGA, Snoop! pic.twitter.com/Bq3plmttzVSnoop's decision to perform at the "Crypto Ball" fits into a broader trend of public figures shifting their stance on the incoming president.
The night was filled with red "Make Bitcoin Great Again" hats, and Snoop performed some of his greatest hits while DJing the event. Despite the event's exclusive nature, with ticket prices ranging from $2,500 to $5,000, the atmosphere was celebratory, filled with crypto enthusiasts eager to network with influential figures shaping U.S. cryptocurrency policy.
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