Morgan Wallen Regrets Using N-Word, Tells Fans To Stop Defending Him

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The country star saw his music sales skyrocket after the scandal erupted as fans emerged to show their support.

A wild night out has caused Morgan Wallen to face the grips of Cancel Culture. The beloved country music star was capture on video calling someone a "p*ssy ass n*gger," and after the clip went viral, Wallen became a trending topic. As many called for his music to be pulled from radio stations and the like, Wallen's fans rallied together to support the singer. He found himself on the receiving end of an over 300 percent increase in record sales, but he has come forward once again to apologize for his actions.

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Wallen has been feeling the effects of the consequences of his n-word use as his label has reportedly suspended him and his songs have been axed from playlists. On Instagram, the singer shared a five-minute video where he expresses regret and tells his supporters not to praise his action. “The video you saw was me on hour 72 of 72 of a bender, and that’s not something I’m proud of,” he said.

"I accepted some invitations from some amazing Black organizations, some executives and leaders, to engage in some very real and honest conversations," Wallen added. “They had every right to step on my neck... to not show me any grace, but they did the exact opposite. They offered me grace and also paired that with an offer to learn and grow... That kindness really inspired me to dig deeper on how to do something about this.”

“This week I heard first-hand some personal stories from Black people that honestly shook me, and I know what I’m going through this week doesn’t compare to some of the trials I heard about from them. I came away... with a clearer understanding of the weight of my words.” The country singer ended his video with a Bible verse and a message to those who have come to his defense.

“Please don’t. I was wrong. It’s on me to take ownership for this and I fully accept any penalties I’m facing. The time of my return is solely on me and the work I put in.” Check out his video below.

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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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