"It is an honor for me to perform for the President of the United States, regardless of who is in office." Nelly wants fans to know that his decision to perform at the inauguration ball for President-elect Donald Trump has nothing to do with politics.

Nelly has defended his decision to perform at Donald Trump’s inaugural ball, despite backlash from fans. unbranded - Entertainment unbranded - Entertainment

To celebrate President Trump's inauguration, Washington, D.C., is hosting several parties with star-studded guest lists. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman spoke with rapper Nelly to preview his performance at the Liberty Ball.

Nelly says his decision to perform at inauguration ball “is not political for me” "It's not political for me... growing up I was told to respect the office," Nelly tells ABC News' Kyra Phillips, addressing the backlash surrounding his decision to perform at President Trump's inaugural ball.

After being slammed by fans for agreeing to perform at the Liberty Ball following the inauguration of Donald Trump, Nelly spoke out about why he made the decision—claiming it wasn't political in nature.