A Star with a Troubled Past Returns Home
In the heart of Nashville, country music sensation Jelly Roll, known for his raw lyrics and gritty past, is making waves with a new project that hits close to home. The singer, whose real name is Jason Bradley DeFord, has always been vocal about his troubled youth, and now he’s channeling those experiences into something profoundly meaningful.
Growing up in the nearby town of Antioch, Tennessee, Jelly Roll wasn’t a stranger to the darker side of life.
Multiple stints in the Davidson County Juvenile Justice Center during his teenage years shaped the man who would later rise to fame. But instead of letting his past define him, he’s using it as a foundation for change in his hometown.
An Ambitious Undertaking for Nashville’s Youth
On August 8, 2024, Jelly Roll unveiled plans for a massive new project in Nashville—a Youth Campus for Empowerment.
This isn’t just any community initiative; it’s a $250,000 commitment to create a safe haven for at-risk youth. The 14-acre facility will serve as a family-oriented, trauma-informed campus aimed at giving troubled teens the support and guidance they desperately need.
But why is this project so important to Jelly Roll? It’s because he’s been there—literally. He spent three years in and out of the old facility, which hadn’t seen significant updates in decades.
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