Starting with a rocky path that led him to juvenile detention at the tender age of 14, followed by a stint in prison, the father of two has faced his fair share of adversity. But he didn't allow his troubled past overshadow the talent that shines through his work today. Over the course of his career, Jelly Roll has emerged as a force to be reckoned with, armed with a unique sound he aptly calls "outlaw hip-hop."

Drawing inspiration from Motown's sounds — thanks to his mom who introduced him to the genre during his childhood — he fuses it with the raw street rap from Nashville that captivated him in his teenage years, as well as country music. With his signature blend of influences, Jelly Roll's music transcends boundaries, painting a vivid picture of his life experiences in a way that is both candid and vulnerable.