In an exciting recent episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show, music sensation Kelly Clarkson joined forces with rising star Jelly Roll for a heartfelt performance of his new track, I Am Not Okay. The collaboration took place during a sound check on October 16, 2024, where Clarkson shared a behind-the-scenes look at their musical chemistry.
Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord, expressed a mix of excitement and nerves at the prospect of performing with Clarkson, stating, “I’m excited, and then as soon as she’ll walk in, I’ll be nervous. It’ll go from straight excitement to nerves.” The two artists reminisced about their first meeting at the Grammy Awards, where Jelly Roll admitted he was starstruck, saying he couldn’t believe that Clarkson even recognized him.
Clarkson, a long-time admirer of Jelly Roll, praised the authenticity of his music and the powerful messages embedded in his lyrics. She shared her enthusiasm for being part of the song, saying, “This song is so good. I’m so excited he’s allowing me to sing on his song, ‘I Am Not Okay,’ and it’s so, so good. I’m just a huge fan. I love authenticity, and I love real messages. I think that… really matters.”
The track I Am Not Okay is featured on Jelly Roll’s much-anticipated studio album, Beautifully Broken, which was released alongside a surprise deluxe edition on October 11, 2024. The song was co-written by Jelly Roll, along with talented songwriters Taylor Phillips, Ashley Gorley, and Casey Brown.
As Jelly Roll embarks on his headlining Beautifully Broken Tour, he is joined by an impressive lineup of supporting acts, including Warren Zeiders, Alexandra Kay, ERNEST, Shaboozey, and Allie Colleen on select dates. The tour showcases Jelly Roll’s growing popularity and his commitment to connecting with fans through live performances.
Fans can look forward to the following tour dates:
- October 16, 2024 – Springfield, MO – Great Southern Bank Arena
- October 18, 2024 – Tulsa, OK – BOK Center
- October 20, 2024 – Bossier City, LA – Brookshire Grocery Arena
- October 22, 2024 – Little Rock, AR – Simmons Bank Arena
- October 23, 2024 – St. Louis, MO – Enterprise Center
- October 25, 2024 – Knoxville, TN – Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center
- October 26, 2024 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena
- October 27, 2024 – Charlotte, NC – Spectrum Center
- October 30, 2024 – Charlottesville, VA – John Paul Jones Arena
- November 1, 2024 – Charleston, WV – Charleston Coliseum
- November 4, 2024 – Cincinnati, OH – Heritage Bank Center
- November 6, 2024 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena
- November 7, 2024 – Indianapolis, IN – Gainbridge Fieldhouse
- November 8, 2024 – Lexington, KY – Rupp Arena
- November 10, 2024 – Evansville, IN – Ford Center
- November 12, 2024 – Omaha, NE – CHI Health Center Arena
- November 13, 2024 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center
- November 14, 2024 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center
- November 17, 2024 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center
- November 18, 2024 – Corpus Christi, TX – American Bank Center
- November 19, 2024 – Austin, TX – Moody Center
- November 21, 2024 – Birmingham, AL – Legacy Arena at the BJCC
- November 22, 2024 – Columbia, SC – Colonial Life Arena
- November 23, 2024 – Jacksonville, FL – Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena
This tour marks a significant milestone for Jelly Roll as he continues to gain acclaim in the country music scene, showcasing his unique blend of genres and heartfelt storytelling. Fans can expect an unforgettable experience filled with powerful performances and authentic connections.