While Eminem’s rally appearance sparked backlash from some, Kid Rock, from the opposite side of the political spectrum, responded with a message of respect for the artists and the freedoms they both strive to protect.

Eminem’s recent appearance at a Kamala Harris rally in Detroit to speak on democratic values and freedom of speech turned more than a few heads. While fans praised his stance, others on the opposite side of the political spectrum wasted no time responding with insults and criticism. One of the more unexpected responses came from rapper Lil Pump, who posted an angry video online, ranting about Eminem’s support for Harris in a bid to catch some clout.

Elon Musk also chimed in with an accusation associating Eminem’s name with P. Diddy’s infamous parties, seemingly to discredit the rapper for his differing political views. But in the midst of the backlash, one voice from the other side of the aisle took a different approach. Kid Rock, a staunch MAGA supporter, took a moment to publicly acknowledge Eminem’s right to stand up for his beliefs.

The country rap pioneer, whose roots go deep into the Detroit hip hop scene, shared a video with a message:

I love Eminem. We’ve been friends for many years. I don’t agree with his politics but I do give credit to him and people like Taylor Swift for standing up and not being afraid to be vocal for that which they believe. Thinking differently and having the freedom to do so is what makes this country great. My stance is unequivocally MAGA. Because I know in my heart, body, and soul, President Trump will make America great again. God bless the USA.

Kid Rock’s words stand out as a reminder that even with political differences, respect and open dialogue can bridge political divides. Eminem, known for pushing boundaries and speaking his mind, once again has people talking — and that is the freedom he showed up to protect.