Thanks giving 2024 came with more than turkey and football—it brought a blast of musical magic as Lainey Wilson and Jelly Roll stunned the crowd during the Red Kettle Kickoff halftime show. Performing at AT&T Stadium during the Cowboys vs. Giants game, Lainey lit up the stage in a stunned white and silver outfit ready to ring in the holiday season with heart, soul and Southern fire.
Kicking things off with “Heart Like A Truck,” she brought energy that felt as big as the stadium itself. The crowd roared as Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders danced to “Hang Tight Honey” and “4x4xU,” but the real surprise came next, Jelly Roll took the stage to join Lainey for their powerful duet, “Save Me.” The chemistry was electric. With their voices blending in raw harmony, it wasn’t just a performance, it was a moment of unity, healing, and hope.
Lainey Wilson & Jelly Roll Perform “Save Me” – Red Kettle Kickoff (2024)
After their duet, Lainey brought it home with her hit “Wildflowers and Wild Horses,” standing strong under the stadium lights but the performance meant more than just good music—it marked the start of the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign, a yearly fundraiser that has raised over $3 billion since 1997. This event helps provide food, clothing, and support to those who need it most—proving that music can truly make a difference.
Lainey Wilson Shares Behind-the-Scenes Moments at the Red Kettle Kickoff
Both artists poured passion into every second of their set, especially Jelly Roll, who continues to show his deep connection to faith, healing, and the power of storytelling—earlier this year, he left fans speechless with a live performance of “I Am Not Okay” where his voice cracked with emotion—but stayed strong with purpose, It’s performances like these that show why Jelly Roll is more than a singer, he’s a messenger.
Lainey and Jelly continue to shine across social platforms like Instagram, YouTube and TikTok, where fans can relive these special moments and discover what makes them such powerful voices in music today. Their blend of honesty, courage and generosity reminds us what music is really for bringing people together.