Shaboozey defends immigrant tribute after Grammys backlash
TL;DR
Shaboozey defended his Grammys speech thanking his immigrant parents, saying his line that "immigrants built this country" was not meant to dismiss Black or Native American contributions. He emphasized his Black identity and his Nigerian immigrant family, noting the moment aligns with Black History Month and marks a milestone as the first Black man to win Best Country Duo. He stressed the moment belongs to all of us, as other winners at the Grammys also addressed immigration issues.
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