Jason DeFord grew up in Nashville, Tennessee, in the southside community of Antioch.
Jelly Roll's 2010 collaboration "Pop Another Pill" with Memphis rapper Lil Wyte reached over 6.3 millions YouTube views. This song led to the album Year Round by the hip-hop group SNO, released on the Hypnotize Minds label in April 2011 and produced by DJ Paul and Juicy J. SNO's song "Come Here White Girl" was named among "The 10 Most Memorable White Rapper Collaborations" by XXL.
Jelly Roll released many mixtapes including the Gamblin' on a Whiteboy series and the Therapeutic Music series. His independently released debut solo studio album The Big Sal Story was released on October 26, 2012. He released two collaborative albums with Haystak, two collaborative albums with Lil Wyte, four collaborative albums with Struggle Jennings and one album under the group SNO with Lil Wyte and BPZ.
Jelly Roll's 2013 mixtape Whiskey, Weed, & Women was originally named Whiskey, Weed, & Waffle House, but was later changed after the restaurant threatened legal action over the use of their name and logo on the cover. The replacement cover featured a "cease and desist" stamp in place of the Waffle House logo.
Bottle and Mary Jane
Jelly Roll Lyrics
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No matter what I take, I feel the same
I been bound by these shackles and chains
A man of convictions, damn these addictions
Just can't be tamed
So lately, I'm drowning my pain with a bottle and Mary Jane
Coming down a back road, a cloud of fat smoke rolling out my window
I'm lost, where I should go from here, I don't know
Eyes gloss but the pain on my face, I won't show
A prisoner inside my mind, I can't get out of here
I don't know why I ignore signs when they're so loud and clear
Lately, I'm drowning my pain with a bottle and Mary Jane
No matter what I take, I feel the same
I been bound by these shackles and chains
A man of convictions, damn these addictions
Just can't be tamed
So lately, I'm drowning my pain with a bottle and Mary Jane
No one else to turn to so I burn through another bag of pine
Courage is a virtue, it refers to this life of mine
I could drink a fifth of liquor and feel like I'm fine
I know even then, I'd never be satisfied
I cannot pay the bills, pop a couple pills, and just get by
Wouldn't change the pain I feel
Seeing tears spill out my daughter's eyes
So I pop the top on this bottle and pour it all nice
When I'm wrong is the only time I feel right
Lately, I'm drowning my pain with a bottle and Mary Jane
No matter what I take, I feel the same
I been bound by these shackles and chains
A man of convictions, damn these addictions
Just can't be tamed
So lately, I'm drowning my pain with a bottle and Mary Jane
The song "Bottle and Mary Jane" by Jelly Roll speaks about a man who is struggling with addiction and trying to cope with his pain. He acknowledges the power his addictions have over him and how he is drowning his sorrows with alcohol and marijuana. The lyrics "No matter what I take, I feel the same" highlight that regardless of what he tries to do to rid himself of the pain, it still persists. He even acknowledges the negative impact his addiction has on his daughter, but he still finds it difficult to break free from his addiction.
The line "A prisoner inside my mind, I can't get out of here" describes the mental state of the singer. He feels trapped and unable to move past his addiction. The use of the phrase "bound by these shackles and chains" further emphasizes that he feels trapped and unable to control his actions. The lyrics suggest that the singer is aware of his addiction and how it is damaging his life, but he cannot seem to break free.
Overall, the song speaks to the struggles of addiction and the difficulties one faces when trying to overcome it. The lyrics highlight the negative impact addiction can have on both the individual and those around them.
Line by Line Meaning
Lately, I'm drowning my pain with a bottle and Mary Jane
I've been using alcohol and marijuana to cope with my emotional pain lately
No matter what I take, I feel the same
No substance seems to be making me feel any better
I been bound by these shackles and chains
My addictions are holding me down and controlling me
A man of convictions, damn these addictions
I have strong beliefs and principles, but my addictions are getting in the way
Just can't be tamed
My addictions are difficult to control
Coming down a back road, a cloud of fat smoke rolling out my window
I am driving while smoking marijuana and a lot of smoke is coming out of my window
Even though I'm damaged, I'm standing on all ten toes
Despite my inner turmoil and pain, I am still able to keep going and stand on my own two feet
I'm lost, where I should go from here, I don't know
I feel directionless and unsure of what to do next
Eyes gloss but the pain on my face, I won't show
I may look high, but I'm hiding my true emotions and pain
A prisoner inside my mind, I can't get out of here
My thoughts and emotions are holding me captive and I can't escape them
I don't know why I ignore signs when they're so loud and clear
I am aware of the warning signs of my addiction, but I still choose to ignore them
No one else to turn to so I burn through another bag of pine
I feel alone and have no one else to rely on, so I use more marijuana
Courage is a virtue, it refers to this life of mine
I believe that it takes courage to live through the struggles and pain of my life
I could drink a fifth of liquor and feel like I'm fine
I have a high tolerance for alcohol and can drink a lot without feeling the effects
I know even then, I'd never be satisfied
Even if I drink a lot, it won't make me truly happy or satisfied
I cannot pay the bills, pop a couple pills, and just get by
I can't rely on drugs to solve my financial problems or help me get through life
Wouldn't change the pain I feel
Despite how difficult it is, I wouldn't want to forget or eliminate the pain that I'm experiencing
Seeing tears spill out my daughter's eyes
When my daughter cries, it causes me emotional pain
So I pop the top on this bottle and pour it all nice
I open a bottle of alcohol and pour it out to drink
When I'm wrong is the only time I feel right
I don't feel good about myself unless I'm doing something wrong or indulging in my addictions
Writer(s): Jason Deford, Matthew Wallace, Stuart Stapleton
Contributed by Lila D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@tiffany5732
Dayum Jelly!!! If this new album is nothing but singing with a little rap wrapped up in a slow, chill vibe, I won't even be mad! Who needs therapy when we got Jelly????
@greenday3091
He is after-all, the king of therapeutic music.
@erai5595
@@greenday3091 we need more Jelly Rolls
@cindidanley9758
♥️♥️♥️
@coachkenpachi5178
For real. Jelly and C. Ray should make a track
@coachkenpachi5178
Or co album that would be dope having them both.
@mhemrick29
My wife introduced me to your music, tearing up reading comments under these videos, anyone that can use their art and voice to touch that many lives that profoundly deserves every ounce of respect I have to give. You have a fan for life, keep doing what you are doing, keep yourself healthy.
@anthonyharder1469
I have felt that connection with so many different artists throughout my years on this earth. Crazy how each one has played a unique role in my life. Which neither artist has been able to hit me in the same way. Crazy how powerful music can be and actually really is
@michellecordova9060
My mom actually showed me jelly roll n lord I thank her!!! He's amazing artist and I love his music 😍 he's amazing and helping so many people!!!! 🙌🙌🙏🙏💯💪👌❤️❤️🔥🔥🥰🥰❤️❤️
@anthonyharder1469
@@michellecordova9060 glad you got to discover jelly roll. He is by far one of the best artists out