# Kid Rock and Eminem Switch Songs on Faith Album

> Kid Rock and Eminem swap songs on faith album after last-minute political talks.
- Title: Kid Rock and Eminem Switch Songs on Faith Album · Billboard
- Summary: 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…
- Keywords: kid rock, eminem, halfway 2 jesus, faith album, political differences, song switch, lil wayne, chuck d, dixie ridge studios, ai music, bob hope award, sean penn
- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/music/music-news/kid-rock-halfway-2-jesus-interview-1236360949
- Author: Gary Graff
- Published: 2026-10-15T13:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: kid rock, eminem, halfway 2 jesus, faith album, political differences, song switch, lil wayne, chuck d, dixie ridge studios, ai music, bob hope award, sean penn
## 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’
## Key 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.