Jelly Roll is a country rapper who blends genres and reaches out to his audience. His performance of O.N.E Welcome to the Trap House is an excellent example of how he chooses to be very gritty and honest with his style. The second the song plays, you can feel the energy and heat behind Jelly Roll’s words. It is an epic that narrates the story of Jelly Roll and his struggles along with his journey through life from being nothing to someone always striving to be more. A sound so powerful and vulnerable at the same time, Jelly told it all to you, and you know how southern rap was, half-sung, half-rap; then comes a deep, soulful voice that will blow your ears.
The song is more than a rap; it is Jelly Roll’s autobiography, as he has been a battle rapper for years. His very lyrics-mirror the truth of the life he led and the challenges he endured. He imbues his performance with a familiarity that makes it relatable, each-struggle more human than the last, and that’s saying a lot. The beats and rhythms add intensity to his message, and it’s his talent to generate so much emotion in his music that makes him so compelling.
Jelly Roll – O.N.E Welcome To The Trap House
“O.N.E Welcome to the Trap House” is such a raw banger reminder that Jelly Roll is not just a rapper but an artist who uses his platform to speak his truth. These songs are chronicled with so many personal experiences and lessons that they create an instant connection with your audience. The music is self examining and uplifting, proving that hope can always be found, even in the most tragic of circumstances.
As the vibration of “O.N.E Welcome to the Trap House” lives on, Jelly Roll switches gears to reflectively in his record “Little Light.” If “O.N.E” is driving and felt in the chest, “Little Light” is slow, grave , and meditative. That change in tone — when Jelly Roll alternates between high-energy anthems and taking listeners to darker places with poignant, vulnerable ballads — suggests a new dimension.
Jelly Roll – Little Light (Official Audio)
“Little Light” resonates deeply with anyone who has dealt with their demons and is close to throwing in the towel. The song’s lyrics address redemption, the need to maintain hope, and the light-that exists even in the darkest of times. The-vulnerability Jelly Roll exhibits in this track resonates so deeply with listeners and the song’s message acts as an anthem for those who need reassurance to keep pushing forward.
Jelly Roll remains the voice of the underdogs, using his music “to inspire and connect with folks.” Whether it’s rapping about the struggles of life or singing about finding light in the dark, his music speaks to anyone who has experienced difficulty. Be sure to follow Jelly Roll on social media to keep up with his new music and concerts. He can be followed on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YoutTube, and TikTok.