After spending a decade in hip-hop, Jelly Roll made a massive splash in country music with his 2023 debut album Whitsitt Chapel, quickly becoming a household name. He took home three CMT Music Awards and received a Grammy nomination. His success continued with his follow-up album Beautifully Broken, which rocketed to the top of the charts after its release on October 11.
Jelly Roll’s journey is far from ordinary, and he’s kept it real about his struggles with addiction, a theme that resonates deeply with his fans. This candidness is something he shares with Keith Urban, who has been open about his own battles with alcohol and cocaine. The two artists connect on a personal level, which makes their collaboration on “Don’t Want To” even more special. The song reflects both of their journeys, with lyrics like, “Just ’cause I ain’t reaching for the bottle / And I ain’t got a smoke between my lips… Don’t mean I don’t want to.”
On October 17, Jelly Roll hit the stage for the season 3 premiere of Amazon Live, performing hits like “Get By” and “Liar” before bringing Keith Urban out for an unforgettable duet of “Don’t Want To.” The performance left fans in awe, with many commenting on the “chills” they felt during Keith’s guitar solo.
For Jelly Roll, this collaboration was a dream come true, and his excitement was clear when he shared, “I’ve been wanting to collaborate with this guy for a long time. I love playing with ya, love singing with ya, and am just damn grateful to be on this ‘same journey’ with you.”
This powerful partnership between Jelly Roll and Keith Urban is one for the books, and fans are still buzzing about it!
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