Kid Rock’s Cigar Smoke Leaves Fans Fuming

Kid Rock was smoking hot at a Travis Tritt concert over the weekend -- and several fans are not happy about it. The Detroit native attended Friday's (Jan. 13) show in Warren, Mich., at Andiamo Celebrity Showroom, which is clearly marked a non-smoking venue. Yet, the singer-songwriter ignored the signs, reportedly lighting up a cigar 15 minutes after he arrived.

The smell apparently permeated the 1,000-seat auditorium, causing several guests to leave the performance early. But Kid says his celebrity status entitles him to certain privileges, including breaking a few laws.

"It should be no secret that I do receive special treatment," he concedes to the Detroit News. "I worked very hard for it, and without it my life would be a series of nonstop cellphone pictures."

The 'Born Free' singer blames his behavior partly on the fans, who bought him plenty of drinks during the concert. "I doubt I'm the first one to ever make a bad decision while being intoxicated, so he without fault please cast the first stone," he continues. "My most sincere apologies to the patrons I may have offended, and a big middle finger in advance to all the haters and attorneys who will somehow try to find an easy paycheck in all this."

The country rocker may be unapologetic about his behavior, but he still has a soft side. He recently wrapped his 12-city Care tour, which donated a portion of the proceeds from each show to a local charity, through his own Kid Rock Foundation. He also capped off 2011 with a concert in his hometown, donating 100 grocery-store gift cards and 300 food baskets.

Kid Rock will perform at the Houston Rodeo on Wednesday, Feb. 29, as part of an all-star list of performers that includes Reba McEntire. Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean and Brad Paisley. See the entire lineup here.