The release of Jason Aldean’s new single “Try That in a Small Town” has sparked intense controversy, with Sheryl Crow being one of the prominent voices Crow has not hesitated to voice her opinions on the recent release of Jason Aldean’s controversial new tune, sparking a furious debate.
The 61-year-old Missouri resident has joined the debate over Jason Aldean’s controversial new tune “Try That in a Small Town,” expressing her displeasure and concern that the musician is spewing false facts in the song.
A few lyrics from the song go like this: “I’ve got a gun my grandpa gave me / They say they’ll meet one day / Well that s**t could fly in the city, good luck / Try it in a small town.”
In a tweet directed at country musician Crow — who is actually from a country town — he mentioned that everyone is tired of the violence.
“@Jason_Aldean I was raised in a fairly small town. Even in small towns, violence has become a public nuisance.
It is not rural or American to support violence. You should know better than anyone who has experienced a significant massacre, she wrote on Twitter. It doesn’t look rustic or American in the slightest. Just really stupid.
According to her, the promotion of violence in the song is neither in line with American standards nor characteristic of small-town life.
Crow said that since Aldean survived the 2017 Las Vegas concert tragedy that left 58 dead and more than 400 injured, he should be extra sensitive about the subject.
Aldean’s music video for “Try That in a Small Town,” in which he performs in front of a courthouse associated with a historic lynching, was quickly pulled from CMT rotation due to the backlash.
The visuals, which featured footage from several events, particularly those associated with the Black Lives Matter movement, also sparked controversy due to claims that the song’s lyrics justified acts of violence.
Aldean addressed the allegations against him in a lengthy discussion on Twitter, denying any involvement in pro-lynching sentiment or hatred of BLM’s national marches.
I’ve had a rough 24 hours. I was accused of releasing a song that supports lynching (the song was released in May).
A person was also mentioned who was “not too happy” with the nationwide BLM marches. He said: “These links are not only unnecessary but also potentially harmful.”
While I can try to respect other people’s right to their personal interpretation of a piece of music, it went further.
There isn’t a single line in the song that mentions or alludes to racing, and each music video is an authentic recording of the news.
Try That In A Small Town, a line from the “Dirt Road Anthem” singer, captures the sense of belonging I had as a child when we looked out for each other regardless of our backgrounds or beliefs. because their proximity to us was the most important factor, and that justifies everything.
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The debate over the song will serve as a reminder of the power and responsibility that comes with being an artist in the public eye.
The unfolding situation surrounding “Try That in a Small Town” raises broader questions about the role of music in society and the need for open and respectful dialogue about contentious issues. As artists continue to express their perspectives through their craft, the impact of their work on the cultural landscape remains a topic of constant scrutiny and debate.