Most Americans are probably familiar with the pomp and circumstance of the swearing-in ceremony and presidential parade of a inauguration, but there is a full day of events for the new president and vice president and their families.

Singer Nelly has defended his upcoming gig at Donald Trump’s inauguration celebration on Monday, calling it an “honor” to help lead the historic festivities. The “Hot in Herre” rapper denied in an interview with podcaster Willie D on Saturday that he accepted the invitation to perform at Trump’s Liberty Ball on Monday evening for a paycheck.

Nelly is one of several Black artists that have been announced to be performing at Donald Trump Inaugural events next week.