When the 2024 Billboard Music Awards were held on December 12, 2024, Jelly Roll put country music on the map with his powerful performances of “Liar” and “I Am Not Okay.” Of course, the event also led to a heated discussion among viewers about how to classify Jelly Roll’s music.
Although Jelly Roll’s shows got a lot of praise, some fans took to social media to say they didn’t agree with calling him a country music star. One fan clearly said, “NOT COUNTRY,” and another said, “There’s nothing ‘country’ about this.” It’s just music.” Someone else said, “You’re not country just because you wear boots.”
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Many fans, on the other hand, defended Jelly Roll and said great things about his unique sound and lively shows. “Omg his music gives me energy!” exclaimed one fan. Someone else just said, “He is the best!”
Jelly Roll’s rise to fame has been nothing short of amazing. He has come through a rough past full of jail time and drug abuse. His real name is Jason DeFord. He is now a happy father and husband, and his music shows the ups and downs of his life.
In his mind’s record, Jelly Roll remembers the time he told his mother over the phone that he had been nominated for a Grammy. He will always remember that moment of pure happiness.
Even though Jelly Roll has done a lot, he says he still deals with imposter syndrome and feelings of not being good enough. He is still working through these feelings with his doctor, and he is slowly accepting that he has done well.
A lot of different types of people love Jelly Roll’s music, and his shows still have an effect on people years after they happen. When he steps on stage, his energy is contagious, and you can’t help but love music.
There’s no question that Jelly Roll is a talented artist who has made a name for himself in the music business, whether you like him or not. No matter how many more genre barriers he breaks and how far he takes country music, one thing is for sure: Jelly Roll is here to stay.
