Jelly Roll, a rising star, stole the spotlight at the CMT Music Awards, leading in nominations and closing the event with a fiery performance. Despite facing a flight hiccup on the way to Austin, he and his crew managed to resolve the issue and make it to the red carpet on time. Bunnie Xo, Jelly Roll’s wife, shared their ordeal online, expressing their determination to attend the event.
Reflecting on last year’s performance of “Need A Favor,” executive producer John Hamlin highlighted its significance in Jelly Roll’s career: “Last year, it was his coming-out party.” This year, Jelly Roll won the Performance of the Year award for that performance.
Closing the ceremony with his autobiographical single “Halfway to Hell,” Jelly Roll added another memorable moment to the night. The song’s lyrics delve into his personal journey, making his performance a fitting end to the event. Watch his captivating performance below at the 2024 CMT Music Awards!
Closing out the 2024 #CMTAwards with @jellyroll615 delivering a 🔥 performance of "Halfway to Hell!" 👏 pic.twitter.com/ZuddutXZ9l
— CMT (@CMT) April 8, 2024