"Liar" is a song by American singer Jelly Roll, released on August 2, 2024, as a promotional single from his upcoming tenth studio album, Beautifully Broken. It was written by Jelly Roll himself, Ben Johnson, Ashley Gorley and Taylor Phillips, and produced by Zach Crowell.
| "Liar" | |
|---|---|
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| Promotional single by Jelly Roll | |
| from the album Beautifully Broken | |
| Released | August 2, 2024 |
| Genre | Country |
| Length | 3:25 |
| Label | Bailee & Buddy |
| Songwriter(s) |
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| Producer(s) | Zach Crowell |
| Music video | |
| "Liar" on YouTube | |
Background
editJelly Roll debuted the song at the Grand Ole Opry on April 16, 2024, during which he told the audience that he might not ever release it.[1] He performed it again at the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards on May 16, 2024.[2] In an interview prior to the ACMs, he said he was still "on the fence" about releasing the song.[3] On August 2, the song was officially released to streaming services.
Composition and lyrics
editThe song revolves around Jelly Roll confronting his addictions and harmful thoughts,[4][5] which he depicts as a voice in his head encouraging him to continue with substance abuse and materialism and convincing him that he is too heartbroken to find love.[4][5][6] Jelly Roll acknowledges the detrimental effects of succumbing to his temptations and is ready to overcome them,[5] telling his inner voice on the chorus: "You ain't nothin' but a liar / Yeah, I walk right out the fire / Yeah, you try to keep me down / Try to put me underground / But I'm only going higher".[6] The instrumental consists of guitar riffs, drum beats and a choir of vocals in the background.[5]
Music video
editThe music video was released alongside the single. It sees Jelly Roll singing the song in the middle of a dark, dilapidated living room, while also facing his reflection in a mirror during the chorus.[4][6]
Charts
edit| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard Hot 100[7] | 94 |
| US Hot Country Songs (Billboard)[8] | 26 |
| US Hot Rock & Alternative Songs (Billboard)[9] | 15 |
References
edit- ^ "Jelly Roll at The Grand Ole Opry 4-16-24". YouTube. April 18, 2024. Retrieved 24 August 2024.
- ^ "Jelly Roll – Liar (Live from the 59th ACM Awards)". YouTube. May 16, 2024. Retrieved 24 August 2024.
- ^ Edwards, Clayton (May 28, 2024). "Jelly Roll Reveals That He's "On the Fence" About Releasing His New Song "Liar"". American Songwriter. Retrieved 24 August 2024.
- ^ a b c Lynch, Jessica (August 2, 2024). "Jelly Roll Confronts His Demons in 'Liar' Music Video". Billboard. Retrieved 24 August 2024.
- ^ a b c d O'Connell, Madeleine (August 2, 2024). "LISTEN: Jelly Roll Confronts His Inner Demons In 'Liar'". Country Now. Retrieved 24 August 2024.
- ^ a b c Blistein, Jon (August 2, 2024). "Jelly Roll Faces His Demons and Doubts on New Song 'Liar'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 24 August 2024.
- ^ "Jelly Roll Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved June 27, 2024.
- ^ "Jelly Roll Chart History (Hot Country Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved June 27, 2024.
- ^ "Jelly Roll Chart History (Hot Rock & Alternative Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved June 27, 2024.