Kelly Clarkson Moves Jelly Roll to Tears with Heartfelt “Save Me” Cover
Kelly Clarkson’s popular Kellyoke segment has delivered many viral moments, but her cover of Jelly Roll’s emotional ballad “Save Me” stood out in a powerful way. The performance aired last year and quickly went viral—leaving fans stunned and Jelly Roll himself in tears.
After watching Clarkson’s version, Jelly Roll took to X (formerly Twitter), writing,
“I cried watching it. I never thought I’d write a song powerful enough for Kelly Clarkson to cover. I’m honored in a way I can’t even describe.”
The Journey of “Save Me”
Originally part of Jelly Roll’s debut country album Whitsitt Chapel, “Save Me” gained mainstream success as a duet with Lainey Wilson. The song soared to No. 1 on Billboard Country Airplay and Mediabase in just 13 weeks—marking a career high for both artists.
It also earned a Grammy nomination for Best Country Duo/Group Performance in 2024.
Clarkson’s rendition added another layer of emotion, proving that “Save Me” continues to touch lives far beyond its original release.
