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Kid Rock and Eminem Switch Songs on Faith Album
Kid Rock and Eminem swap songs on faith album after last-minute political talks.
In brief
Kid Rock and Eminem swap songs on faith album after last-minute political talks. Kid Rock and Eminem switched songs on their faith-based album after Eminem preferred a different track, showing their ability to set aside political differences. Originally reported by Billboard.
Song Switch Announcement
Kid Rock and Eminem swapped songs on their faith-based album Halfway 2 Jesus after last-minute changes.
“It’s a lot of stress and a lot of anxiety, but it’s so good”
Tracklist Changes
Eminem moved from '7 Sins' to 'Heal My Faith' after hearing the first song.
“We agreed we didn’t need two songs together…people are going to think we’re dating”
Political Background
Kid Rock and Eminem have publicly differing political views but remain friends for 40 years.
“We’ve been friends for, like, 40 years”
Eminem's Decision
Eminem chose to rap on '7 Sins' after hearing the first song they were working on.
“He’s like, ‘Hey man, when’s the last time you listened to that first song we were working on?'”
Song Rewrite
Eminem sent a verse that references their shared history and friendship.
“He’s my brother, not my political enemy”
Lil Wayne Replacement
Lil Wayne replaced Eminem on '7 Sins' after Eminem switched songs.
“I’ll knock it out today”
Album Intent
Kid Rock aims to heal division through forgiveness and second chances on the album.
“This (album) is about forgiveness and second chances”
Political Statements
Kid Rock criticized political opponents at a Trump rally, calling them 'a wolf in sheep’s clothing'.
“I don’t want my grandkids to one day have to fight some civil war over religious ideology”
Faith-Based Album
Kid Rock’s album Halfway 2 Jesus is his 13th album and follows Bad Reputation.
“I’m going to do this record. I’m going hard… and the one after this I’m gonna try to lower the tone”
AI Music Use
Kid Rock used AI program Suno to craft choir arrangements and orchestrations.
“I really do view it as another tool…like how I would love to use different samples”
Album Release
Halfway 2 Jesus releases on Oct 17, 2025, after a week-long delay.
“It’s almost as new as me as it is to everyone else”
Tour Plans
Kid Rock plans to take 2027 off the road due to a wrist issue.
“I’m extremely proud of it, probably as proud as I’ve ever been”
Future Projects
Kid Rock plans a stripped-down acoustic album with a big-name producer.
“This vision he has is campfire…just kind of sit around, jamming”
Faith Motivation
Kid Rock was inspired by his father’s death and a widow forgiving her killer.
“I think people have had enough of the polarization, being so divided”
Political Stance
Kid Rock supports Trump and criticizes political opponents at rallies.
“I’m probably the 46th president”
Next Steps
Kid Rock plans to tour with a focus on positive messages and faith-based themes.
“We’re probably not gonna do ‘So Hott,’ ‘Motherf-cker Like Me’”
The takeaway
Kid Rock and Eminem switched songs on their faith-based album after Eminem preferred a different track, showing their ability to set aside political differences.
