Jelly Roll and Brooks & Dunn Deliver a Once-in-a-Lifetime Performance of “Believe” at the Country Music Awards

When Jelly Roll took the stage with country legends Brooks & Dunn at the 2025 Country Music Awards, the result was more than a performance—it was a soul-stirring moment that will be remembered for years to come.

The trio performed “Believe”, an emotional anthem of faith and redemption, accompanied by a full live orchestra. From the first note, Jelly Roll and Kix Brooks captured the audience with their raw, harmonious vocals. But when Ronnie Dunn’s signature voice soared through the arena, the energy transcended music—it became something spiritual.

The arrangement was haunting. The delivery, deeply personal. Jelly Roll, known for his powerful storytelling and heartfelt performances, gave everything he had on that stage. His voice trembled with emotion, and every lyric felt like a confession, a prayer, a cry for grace.

As the song reached its climactic peak, the entire arena stood in silence—then erupted into a wave of tears, cheers, and standing ovations. One fan commented, “That wasn’t a performance… that was a prayer set to music.”

The Viral Impact

Since airing, the performance has gone viral online—amassing nearly 2 million YouTube views in just a few days. Social media is flooded with reactions from fans calling it “one of the most moving collaborations in country music history.”

Jelly Roll’s personal journey—from incarceration and addiction to becoming one of the genre’s most beloved voices—gave the moment even greater depth. Sharing the stage with Brooks & Dunn, icons whose music defined an era, was both symbolic and profoundly meaningful.

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Why It Matters

This performance wasn’t just about three musicians singing a song. It was about healing, faith, and the unifying power of country music. Together, Jelly Roll, Kix Brooks, and Ronnie Dunn reminded the world that no matter your past, music has the power to lead you home.