After a standout performance at the CMA Awards, Jelly Roll has unveiled an exciting new collaboration with the Grammy-nominated band OneRepublic. Together, they have released an alternate version of OneRepublic’s lead single “Hurt” from their latest album, Artificial Paradise, which was launched in July.
The announcement of this collaboration was teased through a TikTok video posted on November 21, where OneRepublic’s lead vocalist, Ryan Tedder, is seen singing “Hurt” while Jelly Roll joins in for the next verse, creating an engaging moment for fans. The music and the video for this fresh rendition of “Hurt” are now available for listeners to enjoy.
Artificial Paradise, OneRepublic’s sixth studio album, has already introduced several successful singles, including “Sunshine,” “Runaway,” and the collaboration with David Guetta titled “I Don’t Wanna Wait.” The band has experienced considerable success on the Billboard charts, with four top 10 hits on the all-genre Billboard 100, such as “Counting Stars” and “Apologize.”
On the other hand, Jelly Roll has also made significant strides in his music career. He recently celebrated his first debut on the Billboard 200 with his album Beautifully Broken, which features popular tracks like “Liar” and “I Am Not Okay.” He has achieved six No. 1 songs on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart and is currently on tour with his headlining show, The Beautifully Broken Tour, which includes a performance at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on November 26.
Both artists were part of the lineup for the 2023 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour, performing across major venues including Madison Square Garden in New York City and Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.
This collaboration further showcases the blending of musical styles and talents, illustrating how artists from varied backgrounds can come together to create impactful music. Fans can now stream the new version of “Hurt” and enjoy this thrilling partnership.
Overall, this collaboration signifies a growing trend in the music industry where genre boundaries are being crossed, leading to creative and fresh expressions. It offers anticipation for fans on what more these artists might deliver in the future.