Get To Know Jelly Roll

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Who is Jelly Roll?

Jelly Roll is an American country rapper, singer, and songwriter; he has got everybody talking with his raw, redemption-seeking lyrics. Born Jason DeFord on December 4, 1984, in Nashville, Tennessee, he residence changed during his turbulent growing period.

He turned his experiences of addiction, violence, prison, and poverty of his American Southern upbringing into solid songwriting.

Currently, Jelly Roll is married to Alyssa "Bunnie XO" DeFord. His wife has been with Jelly Roll through addictions and jail time. He also has a daughter, Bailee Ann, and a son, Noah Buddy.

Jelly Roll has endeared himself to an appreciative audience that loves his honest music, thanks to his distinctive throaty vocals and flair for iconic hooks. His songs deal with complicated emotions, such as anger, desperation, love, betrayal, and the need for salvation.

Even though Jelly Roll is often referred to as a country rapper, he distinguishes himself from the genre through his lyrical depth and raw emotional exploration. However, his hillbilly twang and outlaw persona continue.

Jelly Roll's underdog redemption narrative appeals to fans very much – and even to some celebrities.

Currently, he is ready to return to the stage, enamoring the public with his urban country music and sincere lyrics during the Beautifully Broken Tour 2024.

Jelly Roll Songs

These are some of Jelly Roll's most popular tracks showcasing his artistic breadth:

• "Save Me" - An emotive song created during the middle of the pandemic to cope with the current issues of that time. It shares its title with Jelly Roll's 2023 ABC News documentary, Jelly Roll: Save Me.

• "Creature" - From his 2020 album, A Beautiful Disaster, the smooth track featuring Tech N9NE and Krizz Kaliko explores mental health issues.

• "Need a Favor" - His 2022 single sharing the story of a man on the verge of losing the love of his life and asking grace for his shortcomings.

• "Son of a Sinner" - The title track from Jelly Roll's 2021 redemption album Ballads of the Broken. He reflects on a life of mistakes while seeking to break generational curses for his own children.

Jelly Roll Tour

Jelly Roll 2024 is setting off on his most extensive North American tour yet, the Beautifully Broken Tour, named after his fans' favorite song, "Beautifully Broken."

Starting in Salt Lake City, Utah, this adventure touches big markets such as Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago, Atlanta, and others.

This success has raised Jelly Roll to elite stages such as Los Angeles' Crypto.com Arena and the iconic Madison Square Garden in NYC.

Two opening acts already creating buzz will support the headliner: country singer Warren Zeiders and Illinois country artist Alexandra Kay, who will offer short warm-up sets.

The landmark tour has significant importance for the rapper turned country star after fighting his way out of homelessness and addiction.

Beautifully Broken Tour will undoubtedly see new confessional anthems and fan favorites sung with passion night after night.

As for Jelly Roll, the journey presents another small victory in the book of victories and defeats.

Jelly Roll Setlist

Fans can expect to hear recent songs from Ballads of the Broken, such as "Son of a Sinner" and "Sober," as well as the most popular earlier songs, like "Save Me," "Creature," and "Dead Man Walking."

One of the most popular songs on the setlist of the 2024 tour includes, among others, the songs "Save Me”, "Son of a Sinner," and "Need a Favor." Such songs have always been popular in his performances, with "Save Me" usually used as the main set closer and show closer.

Relative to the 2023 tour, its setlist included a combination of compositions like "The Lost," " Hate Goes On," "Halfway to Hell," and "Creature."

It should be noted that "Son of a Sinner" and "Save Me" were also a part of the 2023 setlist of songs, which implies that they remain famous and essential in the Jelly Roll's repertoire.

The setlist from 2023 to 2024 represents a shift in focus toward keeping many of the fan favorites and the newer tracks that have been well-received by the audience.

The fact that "Need a Favor" is part of the 2024 setlist implies that it has become a classic in Jelly Roll's performance since its release and has been well-received.

Jelly Roll Tour Dates and Location

For the next six months, starting April 11, he'll be performing at a venue or festival every week, so there's no excuse not to find an opportunity to see him shine.

Here is the busy schedule for the upcoming Jelly Roll tour:

Jelly Roll Tickets

Jelly Roll tickets are usually $39 - $300, depending on the city and the venue.

Tickets that belong to the floors and front row cost the highest surcharges.

The bright side is that Jelly Roll promises affordable concert ticket prices, with tickets beginning at a low $33.

How Much Are Jelly Roll Tickets?

As of March 21, tickets can be found on reliable ticket resale websites for as little as $33 at Vivid Seats, and most of them range from around $48 to $85, with the lowest-priced ones starting at around $36 at TicketSmarter.

However, the bad news is that his concert tickets are often sold out in no time.

When all else fails, and you want to catch him for the first time or see another dose of that Nashville native energy, our Jelly Roll ticket page is your answer.

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