Their response lies in their new documentary "Love to Hate: Nickelback."
The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on Friday, a fitting homecoming for the Canadian band.
Starring band members Chad Kroeger, Michael Kroeger, Ryan Peake and Daniel Adair, the film takes both haters and fans on a journey through the group's "rollercoaster career."
"We thought this was a chance for us to hold the narrative," said Ryan Peake, Nickelback's guitarist and backing vocalist.
Frontman Chad Kroeger no longer rocks his iconic long hair, but his blonde frosted tips brought a hint of nostalgia from the band's original look.
Persons:
Chad Kroeger, Michael Kroeger, Ryan Peake, Daniel Adair, Carlos Osorio, Nickelback, We've, Leigh Brooks, Brooks, Ben Jones, Kroeger, Jenna Zucker, Sandra Maler
Organizations:
Toronto, Film, REUTERS, Rights, Thomson
Locations:
Toronto , Ontario, Canada