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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Brittany Miller

Grammy winner donates award to Nashville jail

  • Country singer Jelly Roll, real name Jason Bradley DeFord, won three Grammy Awards at the recent ceremony.
  • His accolades included Best Country Album for “Beautifully Broken”, Best Country/Duo Group Performance for 'Amen', and Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance for “Hard Fought Hallelujah”.
  • Jelly Roll revealed plans to donate one of his Grammy trophies to a local jail in Nashville, Tennessee.
  • This decision stems from his own past, having faced numerous arrests and felony charges, which he hopes will inspire inmates.
  • During his acceptance speech, he shared his journey of overcoming a “broken” past, attributing his transformation to a bible and music he encountered whilst incarcerated.

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