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.

Co-hosts of "The View" had an intense debate about whether Black artists like Snoop Dogg should be judged for performing at President Donald Trump's inauguration.

It is an honor for me to perform for the president of the United States, regardless of who is in office,” the rapper said.

"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.

On Monday (Jan. 20), Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States and celebrated the feat with multiple balls taking place across Washington, D.C. Nelly was a special performer at the Liberty Inaugural Ball where he gave the crowd a medley of songs including "Hot in Herre," "E.I.," "Country Grammar," "Dilemma" and more.

Antonio Moore discusses Trump’s inauguration, his orders, and Snoop & Nelly’s performances. Nelly insists his participation isn’t political.