Kirk Franklin apologizes after facing backlash over his outfit choice and dance moves at a concert in Jamaica. In case you missed it, Kirk took the stage in April, wearing a tank top and shorts to stay cool in the island heat. Today, the Gospel titan apologized to anyone who felt offended by his clothing and dance style.
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Kirk Franklin responds to backlash over Jamaica performance
Kirk Franklin addressed some of the controversies of 2024 in a video he shared Instagram. The full clip is available on his YouTube. In the footage, Franklin apologized for his choices and reflected on the biggest moments of his year.
He also spoke about the backlash he received following his performance at the “Fun in the Son” concert in Jamaica, according to the Christian message. In the clip, Franklin said he didn’t expect his outfit to offend anyone, given the hot weather, and he didn’t think it would seem “disrespectful,” but it did .
“I spent most of my career dancing, moving and jumping on stage not knowing that I would ever do something that would offend someone in any community, but I did. And because that is the case, I sincerely apologize,” Franklin said.
The “I Smile” musician continued to apologize, sincerely stating that he would always remain humble and open to listening to people and their concerns.
“I sincerely apologize because I never want to get to a point where I can’t learn, where I can’t learn what I need to do better, what I can do differently to ensure that as that I am growing as a man, I am growing physically or in any aspect, that I am always humble enough and submissive enough to hear people and their concerns about something that is greater than the message of Jesus,” Kirk continued.
Reactions on social networks
Social media users didn’t waste time The Shade Room comments section with their thoughts on Kirk Franklin’s apology. A lot of people said he didn’t owe anyone an apology, they didn’t see anything wrong with his outfit. Check out some of their reactions below.
Instagram user @konciouskyle wrote, “You all asked this man to apologize for having fun 😞”
Instagram user @sweeneestyleblogger wrote: “Kirk, you don’t need to apologize to these disgruntled internet users! It was hot! »
While Instagram user @realjuliamarie wrote, “No, church culture is getting out of control. Jamaica is hot as hell.
Then Instagram user @willryanwilson wrote, “These apologies were unnecessary. We appreciated your performance. 🇯🇲”
Another Instagram user @sheisme917 wrote, “Kirk, why are you apologizing? You were in Jamaica, what do you suppose you have on a 3 piece suit? You didn’t do anything wrong.
Instagram user @tcookswithflave wrote, “Seriously, Jamaica is HOT. I see absolutely nothing wrong with his attire. You all need to relax.
While another Instagram user @Crown_neat_king wrote: “One thing about the church…they went to judge 🤦🏽♀️”
Finally, Instagram user @hungerbelly.blog wrote, “In 2025, can we stop apologizing for every little thing that can offend a person 😂”
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