Eminem Fans Threaten Boycott Over Kid Rock Collab

Eminem's fans are voicing significant disapproval and threatening boycotts after the rapper was announced as a featured artist on Kid Rock's upcoming Christian album, "Halfway 2 Jesus." The news, revealed on Thursday, has led to widespread disappointment among listeners who are critical of Kid Rock's political stances, particularly his support for former President Donald Trump and the MAGA movement.

Despite the backlash from a segment of his fanbase, Eminem and Kid Rock, who both hail from Detroit, Michigan, appear to have maintained a strong, long-standing friendship. Kid Rock himself acknowledged their political differences in October 2024, stating he respected Eminem and others for being vocal about their beliefs.

This collaboration follows previous musical work between the two artists, including Eminem's feature on Kid Rock's 1998 song "Fuck Off" and Kid Rock's appearance in the music video for Eminem's 2013 track "Berzerk." Eminem has also been outspoken in his opposition to Trump, releasing a freestyle rap against him in 2017 and supporting Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election.