Jelly Roll hits the road in 'Dead End Road' music video for twisters soundtrack
Jelly Roll has ventured into storm-chasing territory with the release of his latest music video "Dead End Road," featured on the soundtrack for the film "Twisters."
The country star's video showcases his immersion into the thrilling world of tornado chasing, aligning perfectly with the themes of the modern-day sequel to the 1996 disaster film.
In the music video, Jelly Roll, 39, takes on a rugged persona, navigating dirt roads in his pickup truck as he pursues tornadoes—a dramatic reflection of the perilous journey depicted in "Twisters."
The song's lyrics underscore themes of redemption and self-reflection, with Jelly Roll singing, "'Cause that highway to hell is the road I'm on/I need to turn around before I'm too far gone."
Interspersed with footage from the film featuring stars Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones, the music video amplifies the intensity and chaos of storm scenes, juxtaposed with Jelly Roll's powerful performance inside a home being ravaged by the storm. The video culminates in a fiery climax, echoing the destructive imagery from the movie.
"Dead End Road" debuted on Thursday, July 18, as part of "Twisters: The Album," which is currently available for streaming. The soundtrack features a star-studded lineup including Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert, and Lainey Wilson, among others, each contributing tracks that resonate with the film's atmospheric drama.
In addition to his contribution to the "Twisters" soundtrack, Jelly Roll is preparing for the release of a new collaboration titled "Lonely Road" with Machine Gun Kelly, slated to drop on Friday, July 26. The anticipation for this upcoming release has been amplified with teasers shared by both artists on social media.
Recently, Jelly Roll also expressed profound gratitude for Eminem sampling his song "Save Me" on Eminem's latest album, "The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)." In an Instagram post, Jelly Roll reflected on the profound impact of Eminem's music on his life and career, describing the emotional moment when he learned about the collaboration.
As "Twisters" continues to captivate audiences with its thrilling narrative and powerful soundtrack, Jelly Roll's contributions underscore his versatility and ability to resonate with both music fans and film enthusiasts alike.