At CMA Fest 2024, Jelly Roll stood before a roaring crowd and delivered “Halfway to Hell” with fire in his voice and demons in his lyrics. This wasn’t just another country-rock anthem, it was deeper. When Keith Urban joined him on stage, the energy exploded. But even through the lights and guitars, the truth was clear: this wasn’t about performing, it was about surviving.
The lyrics hit hard “My angels and my demons, one foot in the fire…” You hear a man trapped between two sides of himself. He isn’t pretending to be healed or saved; he’s admitting he’s still in the fight. Anger, regret, and spiritual confusion blend in every word. Keith Urban’s guitar adds more than just music it adds emotional depth. Both artists share an understanding that “We’ve been there, too.”
Jelly Roll featuring Keith Urban – “Halfway To Hell” | CMA Fest 2024
Fans described the live experience as church but a service meant for the broken. Comments shared stories of addiction, recovery, and feeling lost. Jelly Roll’s songs don’t offer easy answers; instead, they offer comfort by simply saying, “You’re not alone.”
When the crowds fade and lights dim, another truth emerges in “I Am Not Okay,” performed live on The Howard Stern Show. It’s Jelly Roll alone with a piano. No audience, no band, just honesty. If “Halfway to Hell” tackles fighting your demons, “I Am Not Okay” is about admitting they’re still winning some days.
Jelly Roll “I Am Not Okay” Live on the Stern Show
In this performance, Jelly Roll hides nothing. His voice trembles and his expression says everything his words don’t. His brokenness isn’t weakness, it’s courage. He doesn’t seek-sympathy; he only seeks to be heard. Anyone who’s ever struggled to keep going hears him loud and clear.
That’s Jelly Roll’s power. He’s not chasing perfection; he’s embracing authenticity. Whether igniting the stage with Keith Urban or quietly breaking down at a piano, Jelly Roll voices truths that many are afraid to admit. Follow him on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. He might just be singing exactly what you’ve been too scared to say.