Steve Grand has attempted to backpedal after making a series of remarks that many perceived as an overt expression of white male privilege in an interview.

In a chat with PrideSource this week, the openly gay singer-songwriter, 26, attempted to be self-deprecating, offering candid thoughts on his viral fame, his music and even his manhood.

Defending his decision to show off his chiseled body in music videos and on Instagram, he said, "I just know people have really, really low expectations of me and thats what the Internet does." Calling himself "an easy person to target," Grand continued, "Young, good-looking, white, gay men -- we love to hate those people."

Oy.