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He also mentioned that social media gets him into trouble frequently and that he would be taking a break to ground himself, wrapping up with optimistic notes about his tour and gratitude.

The Criticism: Does He Mean It?

Despite his lengthy apology, many critics dismissed it as insincere or performative. Comments ranged from accusations that Bryan only apologized because of the backlash, to dismissive remarks about his motivations. Detractors argued that if he truly admired Taylor, he wouldn't have made the initial tweet, and that his apology seemed more like damage control than genuine remorse.