Jelly Roll Describes Surprise Duet with Eminem as the 'Coolest Moment of His Career So Far'
Jelly Roll was recently caught reminiscing about a career-defining moment after his unexpected collaboration with Eminem.
The country star shared his excitement in an exclusive interview with Entertainment Tonight, published on June 10.
This memorable event unfolded during NBC’s "Live From Detroit: The Concert at Michigan Central," which aired over the past weekend.
Jelly Roll Reflects on Eminem Duet: ‘Coolest Moment’ of My Career
When I think about coolest moments of my career, right now at the top, there has to be this thing that I got to go sing with Eminem in Detroit, I got to sing ‘Sing for the Moment’ with him, which is a record where he sampled Steven Tyler. I mean, just what an incredible night and I got to go do it in Detroit. It was unreal.”
- Jelly Roll
The performance, recorded on June 6, featured Jelly Roll harmonizing parts of Aerosmith’s “Dream On” alongside Eminem, who also treated the audience to his latest single “Houdini” during the event.
According to Jelly Roll, the concept for the duet was initiated by Eminem himself. Jelly Roll recalled:
Em reached out, his team reached out and said, ‘Would you be interested in doing this since he was already there doing the secret tribute? I couldn’t believe it. I thought it was a joke until I met Eminem himself … As soon as I met Eminem, it was like the coolest moment ever, man.”
- Jelly Roll
A heartwarming video shared by Jelly Roll’s wife, Bunnie XO, captured the emotional first encounter between the two artists.
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In the video, Jelly Roll, visibly moved, removes his cap and warmly embraces Eminem. Bunnie XO aptly captioned the video, “When the goat meets the GOAT,” signifying the significance of the meeting.
Jelly Roll’s enthusiasm for the collaboration was palpable as he recounted the event.
“Singing alongside Eminem, especially on such an iconic track, was beyond anything I could have imagined,” he said. “His influence on rap and music, in general, is immense, and being able to share the stage with him was a true honor.”
The surprise performance not only marked a personal pinnacle for Jelly Roll but also resonated deeply with fans of both artists.
The fusion of Jelly Roll’s soulful vocals and Eminem’s powerful rap created an unforgettable moment in music history.
As Jelly Roll continues to ascend in the music industry, this collaboration with Eminem will undoubtedly remain etched as a defining moment in his career.
The performance showcased his versatility and ability to seamlessly blend genres, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in both the country and rap music scenes.
This unforgettable collaboration has not only elevated Jelly Roll’s career but has also provided fans with an iconic musical moment to cherish.