Jelly Roll on Adopting a Midget, Making Save Me, and why Taylor Swift is the GOAT
Aug 15, 2023
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Jelly Roll talks about overcoming obstacles, his criminal past, and the success of his song 'Save Me'. He shares his admiration for Taylor Swift and the importance of being open and honest. The podcast also touches on adoption, scary Larry, and the creative process. Overall, an entertaining conversation about dreams, collaborations, and the power of music.
Jelly Roll found a deep romantic connection with Bunny, solidifying their relationship.
Bunny's unwavering support has been crucial to Jelly Roll's success and growth.
Jelly Roll prioritizes artistic fulfillment over replicating past success.
Taking care of his voice is essential amidst a demanding tour schedule.
Jelly Roll's music creates emotional moments of catharsis and connection for fans.
Jelly Roll dreams big, embracing the opportunity to make a positive impact through his music.
Deep dives
Meeting Bunny: A Surprising Romance
Jelly Roll recalls the moment he met Bunny at a bar and their unexpected romantic connection. He initially had reservations and wanted to have a serious conversation before taking things further. Bunny made her intentions clear, and the two ultimately had a romantic and meaningful experience that solidified their deep connection.
The Importance of Bunny's Support
Jelly Roll emphasizes the significance of Bunny's unwavering support throughout their relationship. He credits her understanding and trust in him as vital factors in his success and personal growth. He highlights her role in helping him prioritize his career and stay focused on their shared future.
Chasing the Art, Not the Success
Jelly Roll acknowledges the challenge of balancing artistic growth and commercial success. Instead of replicating his hit song "Save Me," he strives to continue pushing his creative boundaries and exploring new musical territory. He prioritizes the pursuit of artistic fulfillment over duplicating past success.
Jelly Roll's Non-stop Touring and Vocal Recovery
Jelly Roll shares his intense touring schedule, performing four to five times a week. He explains his vocal recovery process, including quiet days for rest and vocal warm-ups to maintain his voice. He values the importance of taking care of his voice amidst the demands of a rigorous tour schedule.
The Emotional Connection with Fans
Every night, Jelly Roll experiences emotional moments with fans, with each show feeling like a back row Baptist church sermon. Fans cry, laugh, and find solace in the music, creating a sense of catharsis and connection.
Dreaming Bigger
Jelly Roll is inspired to dream bigger and embrace the opportunities he has to make a difference in people's lives. He understands the impact his music has on individuals, and the gratitude he feels for being able to work in a field that brings joy and emotional fulfillment to himself and others.
Creating a Community at Live Shows
Jelly Roll aims to create a sense of community and connection at his live shows, similar to the experience of attending a church service. He wants the audience to laugh, dance, and cry, all while feeling a collective sense of cleansing and renewal.
Gratefulness and Dreaming Unrealistically
Jelly Roll acknowledges his gratitude for his success and the opportunity to work hard and dream big. While he dreams unrealistically and sets ambitious goals, he also remains aware of the importance of enjoying the present moment and appreciating the journey.
Reconciliation with the Church
The podcast episode explores the artist's journey of reconciling his relationship with the church. After attending a small country church for his daughter, he gained a new perspective on the people who attend church and their intentions. Despite his criticisms of certain aspects of organized religion, he sees the genuine desire for salvation, moral values, and setting examples for children in the church community.
Understanding God through Music
The artist's music serves as a vehicle for his conversations with God and his exploration of spirituality. He has a personal need to believe in a higher power and finds solace in the idea that there is something beyond himself. Through his music, he addresses spiritual concepts and questions, seeking a connection with God and wondering if there is a place for people like him, who may not fit traditional molds, within the framework of faith.
Critique of Organized Religion
While the artist acknowledges the pure intentions behind many individuals' involvement in the church, he points out the problematic aspects of organized religion. He critiques the ways in which power is often misused and how religion is weaponized. He expresses frustrations with the way certain religious institutions focus on divisive beliefs and fail to embody the compassionate and inclusive principles of figures like Jesus.
The Authenticity of Faith
The artist emphasizes the importance of authenticity in faith. He believes that following the example set by figures like Jesus is more powerful than adhering rigidly to religious doctrine. He encourages individuals to pursue their own personal relationships with God and to live out their faith by embodying kindness, humility, and acceptance.
What’s good people! Today we have long time friend friend Jelly Roll. He explains how he got Little Ron, what lead him to his biggest song ever “Save Me”, and why Taylor Swift is the Michael Jackson of country. INDULGE!
00:00 Flagrant nearly ended Jelly Roll + “Open Er’ up”
04:49 Publicist quit after 72 hours
07:34 Jelly Roll = C0v1d’s dream + Mask Politics
08:34 Trajectory’s been insane + dealing with success
12:36 Jelly Roll’s criminal past
17:49 Trying to buy childhood home
18:55 Mom was special but troubled + power of music
20:43 Importance of the Rose
23:18 “Save Me”
32:25 Our favourite country singer = Lainey Wilson
35:18 Moment it took off
36:49 Success exposes you to yourself
37:56 Chase the cool not money
39:48 Bunnie Xo is a G + meeting for 1st time
50:35 Marrying Bunnie brought BENEFITS
55:52 Be fully open and honest about everything
59:11 Women know what they’re doing + fugged up credit
01:01:19 Taking everything seriously
01:06:27 Lil Ron adoption + lil people MEAT
01:16:56 Hard to fire people + Bunnie has her own bus
01:18:52 Scary Larry
01:21:25 Letting go creatively, insane venues & production
01:24:40 Taylor Swift is genuinely brilliant
01:31:46 Curating a Churchlike experience
01:33:58 Real connection with fans
01:37:22 Being lucky + dreaming BIG
01:40:51 Dreaming unrealistically
01:45:01 Dream collaborations + That Mexican OT
01:49:31 The Weeknd & maintaining mystery
01:53:25 Travis Scott + Lil Yachty are elite
01:57:37 Shrooms to create + constantly uncomfortable
02:00:55 Feeling like you’ve said everything
02:04:54 Time to decompress properly + cycle writing
02:09:41 Jelly Roll able to vocalise what we feel
02:10:14 Genius of Willie Nelson + creating authentically
02:14:05 Being rich makes you political
02:16:33 Jelly’s relationship with God & Church
02:22:16 The Church will die by weaponising Jesus
02:26:49 The feeling that DMX created
02:28:58 Abusing power + bringing people to God
02:34:47 All boats are floating
02:35:53 RAPID CITY BUY DEM TICKETS
