Jelly Roll Joins Brooks & Dunn for a Powerful CMA Performance That Left the Crowd in Tears

When Jelly Roll stepped onto the Country Music Awards stage alongside legendary duo Brooks & Dunn, it wasn’t just another collaboration—it was an unforgettable, soul-stirring moment in country music history.

Performing the emotional anthem “Believe”, the trio delivered a performance so powerful, it shook the audience to its core. With the backing of a full live orchestra, Jelly Roll and Kix Brooks opened the song with a raw and heartfelt harmony that set the tone for what was to come. But when Ronnie Dunn’s unmistakable voice entered the spotlight, the energy soared to a whole new level.

 A Performance That Stopped Time

The arrangement was haunting, the vocals rich with emotion—and as the song reached its emotional climax, Jelly Roll poured his soul into every single lyric. His passion was visible, his voice trembling with sincerity, and his heart fully exposed on that stage.

The audience couldn’t contain their emotions. The arena filled with tears, standing ovations, and pure reverence for what had just unfolded. It wasn’t just a song—it was a testimony of faith, redemption, and the power of music to heal.

“That wasn’t a performance… that was a prayer set to music,” one fan commented on YouTube.

 Nearly 2 Million Views and Climbing

The performance has since gone viral online, racking up nearly 2 million views on YouTube within days. Fans from around the world are calling it one of the most moving collaborations in recent country music memory.

The combination of Jelly Roll’s raw honesty and Brooks & Dunn’s legendary vocals created something that transcended genre or generation. It was the kind of moment country music lives for.

 Why This Matters

Jelly Roll’s journey—from troubled beginnings to becoming one of the genre’s most beloved voices—adds even deeper meaning to this performance. And sharing the stage with Brooks & Dunn, icons whose music shaped generations, was not only symbolic but deeply spiritual.

Together, they reminded us that no matter where you come from, music can lead you home.

 Watch the Full Performance of “Believe” Below