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By Adeola Adeosun
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Kid Rock announced Sunday night that his cover of "Til Ya Can't" will be available for purchase and streaming at midnight, following his performance at Turning Point USA's "All-American Halftime Show."
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The musician thanked country artist Cody Johnson and songwriters Ben Stennis and Matt Rogers for permission to record and release the track.
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Why It Matters
Conservative lawmakers and pundits criticized Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show selection, with President Donald Trump calling the decision "absolutely ridiculous" and declaring himself "anti-them." Some critics have questioned whether Bad Bunny is American, despite the Puerto Rican artist being a U.S. citizen.
The event demonstrated significant audience interest in alternative entertainment programming during major sporting events. With more than 4.8 million YouTube viewers, Turning Point USA's show attracted substantial viewership, though it fell short of the official Super Bowl halftime show's expected 100 million viewers.
The performance also served as a tribute to the organization's late founder Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated in September.
What To Know
"It really is one of the best written songs I have heard in a long time and NOTHING is more powerful than a great song in my book!" Kid Rock wrote on X shortly after the event concluded.
The alternative halftime show featured performances by Lee Brice, Gabby Barrett, Brantley Gilbert, and Kid Rock, counterprogramming against the Super Bowl LX halftime show featuring Latin superstar Bad Bunny.
As Kid Rock wrapped up one of his songs, photos of Kirk, his wife Erika, and their children appeared on video boards surrounding the stage, with "In remembrance of Charlie Kirk" emblazoned across the images. The broadcast played one of Kirk's speeches during the tribute.
Brantley Gilbert opened the show wearing a "God, family country" T-shirt and declared, "This is real American." The event was streamed across Turning Point USA's digital platforms and partner channels including Real America's Voice and OAN.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and conservative host Megyn Kelly indicated on social media that they were proudly watching the event. The organization described the show as having "no agenda other than to celebrate faith, family and freedom."
Kid Rock teased during a Friday appearance on Fox & Friends that he would perform what he called "one of the greatest written songs," adding new elements to the track. The song he performed was Cody Johnson's "Til Ya Can't," which he announced would be released as a studio recording.
What People Are Saying
Kid Rock on X: "If you enjoyed our version of "Til Ya Can’t” on The TPUSA All American Halftime - Our studio recording of it will be available to purchase or stream at midnight tonight! A big thank you to @codyjohnson and the songwriters Ben Stennis and Matt Rogers for giving me there blessing to record and release it, It really is one of the best written songs I have heard in a long time and NOTHING is more powerful than a great song in my book! 🇺🇸 Kid Rock"
Country star Kacey Musgraves shared her thoughts after Bad Bunny's performance: "Well. That made me feel more proudly American than anything Kid Rock has ever done."
Conservative host Megyn Kelly on X: "Kid Rock sings the final song, Cody Johnson’s ‘Til You Can’t, under his real name Robert Ritchie, adding a verse in honor of Charlie Kirk and delivering a stunningly powerful performance. Wow."
MAGA influencer Gunther Eagleman on X: "LFG!!! Kid Rock just rolled in with the most BAD*SS entrance ever at the All-American Halftime Show, and we’re OVER 5 MILLION confirmed watching LIVE!"
California Governor Gavin Newsom's Press Office posted an image on X of an "actors wanted" screenshot: "Seat fillers needed for Kid Rock “concert”? Is this real!?"
Andrew Kolvet, Turning Point USA spokesman, said in a pre-show statement: "'The All-American Halftime Show' is an opportunity for all Americans to enjoy a halftime show with no agenda other than to celebrate faith, family and freedom. We set out to provide an entertainment option that will be fun, excellent and exciting for the entire family while millions are gathered together for the big game."
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What Happens Next
Kid Rock's studio recording of "Til Ya Can't" will be available for purchase and streaming at midnight Sunday.
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