The country singer Jelly Roll was left heartbroken when Kelly Clarkson belted out her spirit-soaked rendition of his hit on a recent episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show. This moment of intensity was turned viral instantly as most fans loved what Clarkson did while lauding Jelly Roll’s actual reaction.
The performance occurred in Clarkson’s Kellyoke segment, where she’s covered a multitude of songs by various artists. In this case, the artist turned to a deeply personal Jelly Roll song, one that resonated with audiences and its emotion and story.
As Kelly sang, one could see Jelly Roll sitting there, clearly, visibly struggling to keep himself from crying. The singer later posted on social media, “Hearing @kellyclarkson sing my song was one of the most surreal moments of my life. Thank you for making it even more special.”
Fans filled the comments section with messages of support, deeming that moment as “beautiful” and a “full-circle experience.” Many indicated that Jelly Roll’s music touched life, and Clarkson’s cover only amplified the music’s impact.
This is not the first time the artist has transcended into tears with her covers; for the other soul, the original ones usually praise it. Jelly Roll, too, being the latest rising star in country music, particularly through this moment, highlights his growing influence.
