Fans awestruck as Eminem and Kid Rock rise above politics to back Lions as '2 White rappers from Detroit'

Fans awestruck as Eminem and Kid Rock rise above politics to back Lions as '2 White rappers from Detroit'
Eminem and Kid Rock have backed presidential candidates in opposing political parties (Getty Images)

DETROIT, MICHIGAN: Two Detroit icons, Eminem and Kid Rock, put aside their political differences to rally behind their shared love for the Detroit Lions on Sunday, November 27.

Despite Kid Rock's support for former President Donald Trump and Eminem's alignment with Democratic figures like Barack Obama and Kamala Harris, the rappers showed that, when it comes to hometown pride, they're on the same team.

Eminem and Kid Rock come together for Detroit Lions

Following the Lions' dominant 52-17 win over the Tennessee Titans, Eminem took to X, writing, “Here’s one thing @KidRock and I do agree on… GO @Lions!!!! Appreciate you, Bob.”



 

Kid Rock quickly replied, “Thanks @Eminem – Who would of thought it would be 2 white rappers from Detroit / Michigan to show our divided Country what class is and how it should be done! Appreciate ya too Marshall!”

Detroit Lions victory over Tennessee Titans

The exchange struck a chord with fans as the Lions, now 6-1, sit atop the NFC North, boasting their best seven-game start since 1956. The team has posted over 40 points in three games this season, fueling hopes for a deep playoff run, per New York Post.

Kid Rock has said in the past that he knew it would be risky to publicly show support toward former President Donald Trump (Getty Images)
Kid Rock has said in the past that he knew it would be risky to publicly show support toward former President Donald Trump (Getty Images)

After the game, head coach Dan Campbell praised his team’s winning mentality, saying, “That’s what champions do… you don’t care what time of day it is, what the records are, what the surface is, you come out and handle your business, and we did that.”

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 30: Eminem speaks during a ceremony honoring 50 Cent with a star on
Eminem has endorsed Kamala Harris (Getty Images) 

Fans praise Eminem and Kid Rock for putting politics aside to celebrate Detroit Lions

Fans on social media celebrated Eminem and Kid Rock’s moment of unity over their Detroit Lions fandom, seeing it as a rare example of bridging political divides.

"Nice to see people agreeing to disagree without hatred in their hearts. It’s really nice to see," a user tweeted.

"& Thats how we do it, We can be divided on politics and still love thy neighbor and care about our fellow Americans !!" said a second.

"This is what unity looks like folks! Great job on both sides!" a third said.

"Awesome to see those who disagree politically still understand that both love their country!" read a tweet.

"Beautiful..too bad other Americans can’t do that. I lost friends for voting for Trump. Thank you sir," penned a user.

 

"Sanity is always welcome !" claimed a user

"Alright, guys, please do what else unites. Make some music together!" chimed another.



 

 



 

 



 

 



 

 



 

 



 

 



 

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