It seems that Jason Aldean’s new song, “Try That In a Small Town,” has been marred by controversy and accusations of racism. However, according to Shawn Booth and Chuck Wicks, both familiar with the song and its creators, these allegations are completely unfounded. They assert that the song has been misinterpreted and is simply about unity within a community.
Chuck Wicks passionately defends the song, decrying the accusations that it harbors hatred towards Black people. He argues that this labeling couldn’t be further from the truth. Wicks believes that “Try That In a Small Town” is actually a song that promotes solidarity and inclusivity. He points out that the reason Aldean used footage of the Black Lives Matter (BLM) protests and looting is due to the fact that it provides a recent and undeniable example of the destruction of small businesses, which he perceives as criminal and wrong.
Wicks further argues that those who hastily assign racism to the song are themselves displaying racist tendencies. He suggests that people should take a step back and reanalyze the lyrics and intentions of the song before jumping to conclusions. Both Wicks and Booth, who have personal connections to the creators of the song, are adamant that there is no bigotry involved in its production.
Wick and Booth both agree that the controversy surrounding Aldean’s song is indicative of a larger issue plaguing America today—extremism. They believe that society is quick to categorize issues as black or white, right or wrong, without leaving room for nuance or understanding. It is worth mentioning that Wicks is married to Aldean’s sister, Kasi Williams Morstad, which may influence his opinion to some extent.
Jason Aldean’s Defense
Jason Aldean himself has publicly defended his song, distancing himself from any suggestion of racism. Regardless of the controversy, “Try That In a Small Town” managed to attain the top spot on the charts last week. However, it has since plummeted to number 21, which may be attributed to the negative attention it received.
The allegations of racism against Jason Aldean’s song seem to be baseless. Both Shawn Booth and Chuck Wicks argue that the true message of “Try That In a Small Town” is one of unity and community. Accusing the song of racism without thoroughly understanding its intentions and lyrics only perpetuates further division in an already divided society. It is crucial to approach controversial topics with an open mind and engage in meaningful discussions, rather than resorting to immediate judgment and labeling.
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