Jason Bradley DeFord (born December 4, 1984), known professionally as Jelly Roll (originally stylized as JellyRoll), is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter. Beginning his career in 2003, he rose to mainstream prominence following the release of his 2022 singles " Son of a Sinner " and " Need a Favor ".

Feb 1, 2025 · Country singer Jelly Roll is known for the hits “Need a Favor,” “Save Me,” and “I Am Not Okay.” Read about his songs, wife, net worth, age, kids, and more.

Jan 25, 2024 · The man born Jason DeFord but known as the heavily tattooed music star Jelly Roll is a mishmash of musical styles and he’s on the path to conquer them all. His best new artist nomination at the...

May 26, 2024 · Jelly Roll's ascent to country music stardom is one of the genre's most unlikely success stories, but his prison time is only the tip of the tragic iceberg.

Mar 14, 2024 · Jelly Roll, whose real name is Jason DeFord, is a country singer known for the songs “Need a Favor" and "Save Me." Read about the 2024 CMT Music Awards nominee.

Feb 4, 2025 · Jelly Roll is rolling into American Idol — but not as a judge. The "I Am Not Okay" singer is boarding the singing competition show as an artist in residence, making him the first musician to...

Oct 23, 2024 · Jelly Roll is giving back to his fans. In a social media post shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, on Tuesday, the country music star posted a video of himself in front of Gus's Fried...

6 days ago · Jelly Roll is joining the season 23 of American Idol in a first-of-its-kind role. He has appeared on the singing competition series as a mentor and performer, but this year he'll be serving as Artist in Residence for the aspiring singers.

Nov 19, 2024 · In the four years since Nashville's Jelly Roll released the bluesy country ballad "Save Me," the genre's revival has grown alongside his pop stardom.

Oct 2, 2024 · Jelly Roll is pinching himself after a whirlwind 24 hours in New York City! From Madison Square Garden to Central Park’s Global Citizen to Saturday Night Live, the 39-year-old singer is having the time of his life.