Country Star Unloads Pro-America Rant in the Middle of Morgan Wallen’s Record-Breaking Knoxville Concert

Although releasing three studio albums throughout his time in country music, HARDY spent years writing songs for groups like Florida Georgia Line. He also collaborated with stars like Blake Shelton, Chris Lane, Thomas Rhett, and even Morgan Wallen. With a gift for words, HARDY eventually found his way into the spotlight. While fans praised his latest album, Quit!!, the country singer recently paused his concert to defend the United States of America from those who have criticized the country in recent months.

Given the upcoming election, the current climate in the country has reached a boiling point as voters clash over ideas and beliefs. But for HARDY, there are few things more important than simply loving America. When opening for Wallen at his record-setting Knoxville, Tennessee show (attendance of 156,161 fans across two nights), the singer decided to offer his opinion on those who don’t necessarily like living in the country. Not one to mix words, he insisted, “I see alot of people posting and talking s**t about living in the United States of America and being a United States citizen. And to that, I say “F**k you.”

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Not just taking aim at those who criticized the country, HARDY even offered a solution to their problem. “If you don’t like living here, then f**king go live somewhere else, motherf**ker. The United States is the greatest country on this planet. Period!”

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Fans Praise HARDY For Stance On America

As for his thoughts on living in America, HARDY declared, “I’m damn proud to live in this country. Damn proud of it.” The singer continued his love for the country by explaining how service members consistently put their lives on the line “so we can go to concerts!”

Those who attended the concert appeared to agree as the entire arena erupted in cheers and applause. Looking online, fans filled the comment with support of the United States and HARDY. “HARDY is the man! I’d run through a brick wall for that man!” Another person added, “I just gained so much respect for HARDY.”

Finishing his patriotic speech, HARDY found the best moment to transition into the next song, which happened to be “God’s Country.” Although recorded by Blake Shelton, the song was written by Jordan Schmidt, Devin Dawson, and HARDY.

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