Nelly isn’t the only rapper to participate in Trump’s inauguration festivities. Earlier this weekend, it was widely reported that Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross and Soulja Boy performed at the president-elect’s Crypto Ball pre-inaugural soiree in Washington, D.C., at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium on Friday (Jan. 17).

Nelly has defended his decision to perform at Donald Trump’s inauguration, calling it’s “an honor”.

Nelly is riding with Donald Trump. The rapper defended his decision to perform at one of the president-elect’s inaugural balls after receiving a torrent of criticism from fans. “I respect the office.