Personal details
Official sites :
Born:
- Birthday: 1984-12-04
- Born Place: Nashville, Tennessee, USA
Also Known As:
Jason DeFord, Jason Bradley DeFord, Jason DeFord 'Jelly Roll', JellyRoll
Jelly Roll
Jelly Roll, born Jason Bradley DeFord on December 4, 1984, in Nashville, Tennessee, is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter known for his unique blend of hip-hop, country, and rock music. Growing up in the Antioch neighborhood of Nashville, DeFord faced a troubled youth, struggling with addiction and spending time incarcerated for various charges, including a felony aggravated robbery conviction as a teenager and drug-related charges in his twenties; he earned his GED while in prison at the age of 23. Despite this difficult background, his music career, which began with mixtapes he personally distributed, became a story of redemption, where he channeled his personal pain and struggles into raw, honest songs about addiction, mental health, and second chances. His career gained significant momentum with the viral success of the acoustic ballad "Save Me" in 2020, followed by his transition into a country music star with hits like "Son of a Sinner" and "Need a Favor," leading to CMA and Grammy nominations. Jelly Roll is married to Alisa DeFord, known as "Bunnie XO," and has two children from previous relationships: a daughter, Bailee, and a son, Noah, whom he co-parents. He is also a visible advocate, using his platform to speak openly about mental health and addiction.
