Ne-Yo Backtracks Apology For Questioning Parents Allowing Children To Transition After Facing Criticism From Both Sides

Ne-Yo initially expressed disagreement with parents allowing children to transition genders.
After receiving backlash, Ne-Yo apologized and pledged to educate himself on gender identity.
Some criticized Ne-Yo's apology as giving in to "woke" pressure, while others said it didn't go far enough.
Ne-Yo then retracted his apology, reaffirming his right to an opinion while claiming he did not intend to offend.
His comments sparked debate about parenting, gender, and ideological pressures in public discourse.