LDT”Jelly Roll Reveals Plans to Turn His Tennessee Farm Into a Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Center”
Country-rap star Jelly Roll has announced a deeply personal and powerful new mission: transforming his Tennessee farm into a mental health and addiction recovery center, inspired by his own struggles and redemption story.
💬 A Vision Born From Experience
The Grammy-nominated artist, whose real name is Jason DeFord, shared his plans during a recent interview, explaining that his time behind bars and his journey through addiction shaped the man he is today — and fueled his desire to give others a second chance.
“I’ve been to the bottom and somehow made it back,” Jelly Roll said. “Now it’s my turn to help someone else climb out of that same darkness.”
The center will offer therapy, addiction counseling, vocational training, and support programs for individuals struggling with mental health and substance abuse — issues Jelly Roll has spoken about openly throughout his career.
🏡 From Farm to Healing Ground
The property, located just outside Nashville, has long been a sanctuary for the artist and his family. Now, it will serve a new purpose: a place of recovery, reflection, and renewal.
According to early plans, the facility will include housing for participants, therapy spaces, and outdoor areas for reflection and rehabilitation. Jelly Roll has also expressed interest in partnering with local nonprofits and rehabilitation experts to ensure the program offers long-term support for its residents.
🎶 Music With a Mission
Jelly Roll’s announcement comes as part of his continued advocacy for criminal justice reform and mental health awareness. His chart-topping hits like “Save Me” and “Need a Favor” have connected deeply with fans who see their own pain reflected in his lyrics.
He’s long credited music — and his fans — for helping him stay sober and focused on helping others.
“Music saved my life,” he said. “Now I want to use it to save someone else’s.”
❤️ The Bigger Picture
The initiative reflects a growing movement among artists using their platforms for change, but few have lived the struggle as authentically as Jelly Roll. His journey from incarceration to the country’s biggest stages has made him a symbol of redemption — and now, a voice for recovery.
With construction expected to begin in 2026, the project marks a new chapter in Jelly Roll’s life — one rooted not just in music, but in healing and hope.
