Country music artist Hardy shared some strong words for people who criticize America. Videos of the 34-year-old musician started circulating on social media following a performance over the weekend in Knoxville, Tennessee. The “Truck Bed” singer opened for Morgan Wallen during the two-day set that included Eric Church, Darius Rucker, and Miranda Lambert. Hardy introduced his song “God’s Country,” which he co-wrote with Blake Shelton, by discussing his feelings about his homeland and those who hate being here. “Especially this year with all the crazy sh** going on, I see a lot of people posting and talking sh** about living in the United States of America and being a United States citizen,” Hardy began. “And to that I say, ‘f*** you,’” he continued as the crowd erupted into cheers and applause. Am I Racist? Is In Theaters NOW — Get Your Tickets Here! “If you don’t like living here, then go f***ing live somewhere else, motherf***er. The United States is the greatest country on this planet, period. … I’m damn proud to live in this country, I’m damn proud of it.” He went on, “We’ve got people that work their f***in’ a** off every day of their life, put their life on the f***ing line so we can go to concerts in Neyland Stadium… and that’s a country I like to call ‘God’s Country.’” Preach it. ?? // https://t.co/hm9LHw1Tsk @HardyMusic @MorganWallen ?: Alexa.becker (TikTok) https://t.co/Dpfiq0wGdz pic.twitter.com/xbdLXvxzDy — Whiskey Riff (@WhiskeyRiff) September 24, 2024 Hardy, whose full name is Michael Wilson Hardy, was born in Mississippi and got his start in country music by helping write songs for some big-name acts, including Florida Georgia Line, Chris Lane, Blake Shelton, Dallas Smith, Thomas Rhett, and Morgan Wallen. His latest album, “The Mockingbird & the Crow,” reached the top of the country music charts in 2023. The singer’s best-known singles are “Truck Bed,” “Wait in the Truck,” “Give Heaven Some Hell,” and “One Beer.” Hardy’s pro-America declaration comes shortly after rap artist Macklemore was called out for encouraging the crowd at his Seattle concert to chant, “F*** America,” as The Daily Wire previously reported.  Macklemore started the chant before debuting a song called “Hinds Hall 2,” which contains anti-Semitic rhetoric. It all took place at the “Palestine Will Live Forever Festival.”

America loves sports and holidays, but baseball and Halloween top both lists. Each year, Tyler Junior College celebrates both with an annual Halloween Baseball Bash. Players wear their favorite costumes and play “in character.” Then-sophomore Ren Reynolds chose Forrest Gump’s iconic khaki slacks and plaid shirt from the 1994 movie. Although Forrest Gump didn’t play baseball in the movie, he was a perfect addition to the Apache team. Highlight of the baseball Halloween game! Run Forrest Run!!!!! pic.twitter.com/dTTHCr0MVK— Tyler Junior College Athletics (@ApacheAthletics) October 23, 2019 During an interview with the Tyler Morning Telegraph, Ren said, “One of my teammates (Trey Erwin) told me to keep running, and when I did and jumped the fence I thought ‘I hope they think it’s funny’ because I was tired after!” People did find it hilarious. The post on Twitter shows sideline photographers laughing as Ren makes an out at first base but continues running. Passing the bag, Ren runs straight to the outfield fence, jumps over the wall, and disappears into the distance. He did circle around to rejoin his team for the remainder of the game. Image from X. Teammate Trey Erwin didn’t have the same luck with his inflatable dinosaur costume, but the result was equally hilarious. Although the triceratops could not see well enough to hit the ball, he did scamper off to first base when the catcher lost the ball. Another great at bat! This one features a triceratops who can’t see the pitch coming and is counting on his teammates help in timing his swing!!!!! pic.twitter.com/GSToHBz4Ql— Tyler Junior College Athletics (@ApacheAthletics) October 23, 2019 Halloween, Baseball, and Forrest Gump are good traditions. We hope the Tyler Junior College Apache Athletics continues celebrating its annual Halloween Baseball Bash and posting the hilarity online. Ren Reynolds has graduated since this game occurred in 2019, but the tradition is a wholesome way to celebrate. People worldwide will remember the year that Forrest Gump went viral playing baseball. Please share if you enjoy Forrest Gump, baseball, and Halloween as much as we do. You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Baseball Player Perfects Forrest Gump Run In Perfect Costume For Halloween Game appeared first on InspireMore.

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