Jelly Roll is giving back in an incredibly meaningful way.
In an October 14 vlog, the 40-year-old country megastar—who has been open about his past struggles with drug use—detailed his plan for building a free rehabilitation center for people battling addiction and mental health issues.
“I’m gonna develop a 100-acre rehabilitation campus…for free,” he revealed while speaking with friend and YouTuber Mike Majlak, who also struggled with substance abuse.
“Imagine drug addicts like us, like poor kids, like we were just f–king down, when life was kicking our a–. And now think about the resources that we have. They could’ve helped us so much in those moments,” the “Save Me” singer continued, in part.
Jelly Roll—whose real name is Jason Bradley DeFord—further explained the specifics of his heartfelt vision, saying, “We’ll have a traditional 28-day, 12-step style, but then we’ll have intensive programs as well for therapy, mental health.”
He then talked about his plans for “guest weekenders,” adding, “Come in and spend the weekend with the boys. Leave the phone and get in the trenches with the guys and girls.”
Majlak, 40, was taken aback by the Grammy-nominated star’s touching plan.
“Is there anything you can’t do, bro?” he asked, before calling Jelly Roll a “multi-disciplined generational talent.”
“And honestly, watching you makes me wanna be better,” the internet star continued.
“Everything you do, everything you say is so impactful and meaningful,” he added, in part.
Jelly Roll replied, in part, “God is blessing the right people. It’s really cool, man.”
Fans Label Jelly Role an ‘Inspiration’
Fans praised the acclaimed singer and rapper—who has also been candid about his weight loss journey—in the YouTube comments, with many calling him an “inspiration” and expressing how “proud” they are of the star.
“I’m 55 yrs old ! I’ve battled yrs of addiction, been clean for 13yrs now !! I Love Jellys music and you are a Huge inspiration to me !!!! Thank You So Much !!!” one fan shared.
“I know you have heard this a million times, but you are a huge inspiration to so many people,” another wrote.
“Inspirational, irreplaceable, you make this world a better place jelly!” a third said.
“Jelly I’ve been listening to your music for 13yrs now and watching your transformation along the way has been amazing and inspiring,” a fourth commented, adding, in part, “We’re all proud of you Jelly Roll keep going brother and don’t stop. Love ya brother, may God continue blessing you.”
“First and foremost I like to say I’m proud to see how far you have come and see how much you changed people’s lives,” a fifth expressed.
“I’ve been a fan for a long time you honestly helped me realize that with the trauma I’ve endured in my life I can still be someone no matter how long it took me to heal and still healing, you made me be a better father and husband and first and foremost to give all the glory to Jesus for what he has done in my life so thank you and keep on being the voice for the broken,” the same fan continued.
“So proud of how far you’ve come Jelly. I believe you have been put here to be a voice for those who need one. That’s why you had the path you did. Now you put their voice in your music. Not to mention the speeches you’ve given. Visiting the ppl in jail to let them know they can change. Ppl just need to know there is someone that gets it. You’re a wonderful human Jelly,” another fan wrote.
At this time, it is unclear when Jelly Roll will open his rehabilitation facility.
