Country Star Goes Off the Grid: Why Jelly Roll Threw His Phone in the River

Jason Bradley DeFord, better known as Jelly Roll, has taken an unexpected step to reduce stress. He decided to give up his phone for a whole year. The country music star isn't afraid to do things differently, especially when it comes to his mental health. Recently, he took his phone and tossed it into the Cumberland River. Why? He felt overwhelmed by the constant messages and notifications. But this isn't the first time he's done something like this. His wife, Bunnie Xo, mentioned on her podcast "Dumb Blonde" that Jelly Roll has ditched his phone before. This time, though, he made sure to do it publicly. He even FaceTimed his wife before throwing his phone off the bridge. Jelly Roll's decision might not be the typical way to handle stress, but it shows how technology can sometimes be too much for us. He wanted to be a better husband, father, and artist. And he believes that taking a break from his phone will help him achieve that. “I wanna be a better human. I wanna be a better artist, ” Jelly Roll shared. It's not just about getting rid of his phone, but also about becoming a better version of himself. In the upcoming year, Jelly Roll plans to use a flip phone instead. He thinks this will help him stay focused and reduce stress. He also mentioned that he has lost 100 pounds over the past year, revealing that he wants to be on the cover of "Men's Health" by March 2026. It seems like Jelly Roll is setting new goals and taking bold steps to improve his life.