In a heartfelt Instagram post, Jelly Roll shared an emotional tribute to his childhood hero, Eminem. The Nashville artist reminisced about his teenage years, when he could recite every song from Eminem’s iconic albums. Released from jail at 17, Jelly Roll found solace in Eminem’s music, especially during freestyle battles where Lose Yourself (2002) played.
Now, their paths have intertwined in a remarkable way. Eminem sampled Jelly Roll’s song Save Me (2020) on his latest album, The Death of Slim Shady (2024). This collaboration brought Jelly Roll to tears as it symbolized a profound connection and mutual understanding. He expressed immense gratitude to Eminem and music manager Paul Rosenberg for treating him like family and offering undeserved opportunities.