Jelly Roll and Lainey Wilson, two of country’s brightest stars, delivered a powerhouse performance of their song “Save Me” at the 58th Academy of Country Music Awards. And though the song’s lyrics are bleak, its raw emotionality has connected with many listeners.

About “Save Me” by Jelly Roll, featuring Lainey Wilson

“Save Me” was released in 2020 as part of Jelly Roll’s album Self Medicated. In the song’s lyrics, the singer repeatedly insists that they are beyond help, but both the title and first line beg, “save me,” showing their internal conflict between self-destruction and hope.

The comments on the YouTube video of this performance show just how much the sentiment, brought to life by Jelly Roll and Wilson’s powerful performances, connect with people who have dealt with potentially life-ruining struggles

Jelly Roll performs on The Voice finale

Jelly Roll performs on stage during The Voice Finale Part 2 Episode 2517B. Photo: Trae Patton/NBC