Jelly Roll once hated Machine Gun Kelly, now they’re making music together. The country rapper’s surprising confession about judging MGK before even knowing him is going viral. Their journey from critics to collaborators shows how first impressions can be completely wrong when it comes to music friendships.
Jelly Roll admits he initially disliked MGK, calling himself a “hater” in the short clip. He jokes about their differences, describing himself as “fat and frumpy” while calling MGK “tall, skinny, and cute.” After actually talking, he discovered MGK is “the sweetest, funniest dude ever.”
Jelly Roll HATED MGK!
Fans love their honest friendship story. Comments show people appreciate how real Jelly Roll was about his change of heart. Many say it teaches an important lesson about not judging people before getting to know them, especially in the music industry.
This new friendship led to an amazing musical collaboration. Their powerful duet “Lonely Road” combines their unique styles perfectly, creating a song about heartbreak that resonates with anyone who’s experienced lost love.
mgk & Jelly Roll – Lonely Road (Official Music Video)
The emotional song deals with breakup regret and loneliness. MGK’s verse admits, “I probably could’ve saved us but instead I let us crash,” while both artists sing about using alcohol to cope with the emptiness. Their voices blend surprisingly well despite different styles.
Both artists share their musical journey with fans across social platforms. They post behind-the-scenes moments from collaborations and connect with followers who appreciate their honest stories about overcoming judgments and creating music together.