Kane Brown and Jelly Roll are getting deeply personal in their raw and emotional new duet, “Haunted,” featured on Brown’s latest album The High Road, which dropped on January 24. The track takes a fearless dive into the emotional weight of depression, shining a light on the struggles many face behind closed doors — including the stars themselves.
“‘Haunted’ is a song I wrote about depression — about what I go through and what I know a lot of other people go through too,” Brown shared. “It’s all about creating awareness, because if you’ve never dealt with it, you may not understand it. But this song really captures it.”
The vulnerability is palpable from the first line. Brown opens up about the pressure of success, loneliness, and feeling like a ghost in the midst of fame. And then Jelly Roll steps in — raw and real — sharing his own inner battles. He reflects on addiction, emotional emptiness, and questioning the worth of the fame he’s fought so hard for.
“If I’m bein’ real, I spent my whole life escapin’ the pills… I feel wealthy but worthless,” Jelly Roll confesses in his verse, adding even more weight to the song’s message.
The chorus is haunting in the truest sense, with the two singers pouring out confessions many are too afraid to voice. They sing of being “haunted by the voice in my head,” and of too many moments spent on the edge. It’s a chilling but powerful reminder that no one is immune to mental health struggles.
The song’s music video — directed by Alex Alvga and shot throughout 2024 and early 2025 — adds another emotional layer. It shows Kane and Jelly Roll navigating isolation, pain, and ultimately, the journey toward healing. It’s a visual that hits just as hard as the lyrics.
This isn’t Kane Brown’s first time getting vulnerable in his music. His 2021 track “Memory” with Blackbear also tackled anxiety and depression head-on, pushing back against the stigma surrounding mental health.
“Haunted” is just one of many standout tracks on The High Road. The 18-track album features collaborations with Katelyn Brown, Marshmello, Khalid, Brad Paisley, and more. Brown has called it his favorite project yet — a true reflection of every side of who he is, both as an artist and a person.
Fans won’t have to wait long to hear these new songs live. Kane is hitting the road on The High Road Tour, kicking off March 13 in San Diego and running through July 10 in Chicago. Special guests include Mitchell Tenpenny, Scotty McCreery, Ashley Cooke, and Dasha on select dates.
And if you or someone you know is struggling, you’re not alone. Help is always available — call or text 988 to connect with the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
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