Music critic Bob Lefsetz took offense to the song, calling it "heinous" and "crap" via his newsletter. In the oh-so-typical liberal way of bashing anyone who doesn't agree with their opinion, Lefsetz went on to call Lewis a "middle class, right wing wanker." He then questioned why Scott Borchetta, founder of "Big Machine Label Group," would market Lewis' hit.

Borchetta quickly responded by dunking all over Lefsetz: "Firstly, I believe in the First Amendment. My job has never been to tell my artists what to sing and write about. My job has always been about identifying unique talent with a unique voice and a unique point of view."

He continued hammering home the point that being so divided helps no one: "Aaron Lewis and I have political disagreements. But there are also things we agree on. I think that’s the foundation for the idea of our country. It doesn’t work if we’re so divided that we can’t reach across the aisle, have a conversation or an argument, and ultimately, shake hands. If we can’t do that, and this moment is so divisive, we may never get our country back."

After dismissing the ridiculous idea of "canceling" Lewis, Borchetta suggested that the song could serve as a "wake up call" for both liberals and conservatives: "You don’t have to agree or acknowledge, but Aaron’s message is speaking to millions of people. Let it be a wake up call to reps and dems alike – be loud and be heard! It woke you up. It inspired you to make a statement. It worked. And it’s working. It’s inspiring conversation."

Am I the Only One who agrees with Borchetta's response? I doubt it.

Scott Borchetta

Major Label Won't Back Down In Defense Of Aaron Lewis' Country Hit