Watch Jelly Roll Join Forces With the Backstreet Boys To Deliver a One-Of-A-Kind “I Want It That Way” Performance

With Lainey Wilson declaring country is cool again, singers like Post Malone and Beyonce decided there was no better time to join country music. For Beyonce, she gained high praise for her newest album Cowboy Carter. And looking at Post Malone, he is preparing for the release of his first country album F-1 Trillion. But before country music became a hotbed for singers, the genre welcomed a certain member from the Backstreet Boys. And while his time in country was short-lived, it appears he might be getting another chance thanks to Jelly Roll.

Wearing his heart on his sleeve, Jelly Roll always goes above and beyond when it comes to his concerts. Knowing what it is like to be a fan, the singer consistently shares his stage with fellow country singers. But when he traveled to Canada for his first show outside of the United States, he decided to make it memorable by welcoming AJ McLean to the stage. With fans shocked to see the duo on stage, McLean and Jelly Roll joined forces to perform “I Want It That Way.” 

Gaining thousands of views, fans filled the comments with excitement over hearing Jelly Roll and McLean cover the hit song. “This was a phenomenal surprise! I don’t fangirl… I did then lol.” Another person added, “Haha that’s great. I seen him at bluesfest on Tuesday. Jelly Rolls the best concert I’ve seen.” And one fan insisted, “I would have legit died! Aj is my maaaans!” 

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Jelly Roll Not The First Country Singer To Welcome AJ McLean

While sharing the stage with Jelly Roll, back in 2018, McLean looked to enter country music himself when he released songs like “Back Porch Bottle Service.” Wanting to usher in a new era of country music, the song received a great deal of backlash for its mix between country and pop. Mclean didn’t stop there as he explored all avenues of country music by teaming up with Florida Georgia Line. The collaboration brought him some success as the song “God, Your Mama, and Me” seemed to excite fans. 

With Jelly Roll bringing out McLean for a special performance, it appears the singer’s time in country might not be over. 

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