There’s something special happening in country music right now. At the heart of it is none other than the multi-talented Shaboozey. Known for blending country with hip-hop, folk, and a little touch of pop, the Virginia native continues to shake up the genre.
Following the viral success of “A Bar Song (Tipsy),” “Amen” sees him teaming up with musical powerhouse Jelly Roll. The track feels both intimate and anthemic, showcasing powerful lyrics that can change a mind as soon as one listens to the chorus. While some might have once called him a one-hit wonder, Shaboozey proves he’s far more than that. He is edifying the country music genre and showing why he deserves every ounce of his rising success and more.
From Coachella to Country Playlists
“Amen” was first introduced during Shaboozey’s set at Coachella 2025. Fans immediately connected with its raw emotion, uplifting lyrics, and spiritual overtones. The performance marked a milestone in his career, especially given that Jelly Roll had previously invited Shaboozey on tour during his first major arena run in 2024.
Their connection is palpable on the track, making this collaboration feel like a long time coming.
Officially released on April 25 as part of “Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going: The Complete Edition,” the deluxe album adds six new songs to the original with exciting collaborations. This new chapter amplifies Shaboozey’s artistic vision while injecting fresh energy into an already genre-bending body of work.
Inside the Song: A Spiritual Plea Wrapped in Country Soul
“Amen” opens with a twangy, almost playful guitar riff. One can immediately hear Shaboozey’s gritty vocals. The arrangement builds slowly, just voice and guitar at first, before kicking into high gear with stomping percussion. The hook then lingers long after the song ends.
Shaboozey sings with quiet intensity about self-doubt, addiction, and the yearning for redemption. The artist sets the tone with lines like:
“The angels know they don’t look my way / I’m way too gone to save.”
Then comes Jelly Roll, whose husky delivery adds emotional heft:
“Hoping I see the day / I ain’t ashamed of the man in the mirror / And the man upstairs ain’t either.”
Together, their voices collide in a chorus that feels like a desperate prayer and a defiant one, too. But, don’t be fooled, the song never wallows. Instead, it rises, finding strength in vulnerability and defiance in the face of despair.
The folk-inspired rhythm gives “Amen” the feel of a battle cry, echoing the spirit of “Blink Twice,” which continues to be another standout from the deluxe album.
Not surprisingly enough, this isn’t the first time Jelly Roll has joined a song centered on faith. He recently went viral for his “American Idol” performance with Brandon Lake on the hit “Hallelujah.” It quickly became a moment that added perspective to his life story and highlighted how to keep pushing forward despite life’s hardships.
Shaboozey’s Momentum Keeps Building
With a growing list of collaborators and a rare ability to blur genre lines, Shaboozey is cementing his place in the ever-evolving landscape of country music. His authenticity, paired with bold musical choices, continues to draw in listeners worldwide.
His appearance at the 2025 Stagecoach Festival on April 26 will also mark another career highlight, just a day after the deluxe album’s release. With a sound that’s both boundary-pushing and deeply personal, Shaboozey is undoubtedly becoming, or rather yet, has become an artist to watch.
“Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going” was re-released as a special edition with six new tracks, featuring guest appearances from Myles Smith and Sierra Ferrell. His Stagecoach debut promises fans a live taste of this exciting new material. It’s evident that Shaboozey’s journey is just beginning, and we can’t wait to see where it goes.
‘Amen’ by Shaboozey feat. Jelly Roll
On a lost and lonely highway
Praying for my sins
If Heaven saw me out last Friday
Then I ain’t getting in
I’m getting used to getting sideways
Till I can’t see straight
The angels know they don’t look my way
I’m way too gone to save
I’m digging my grave
Down twelve feet deep
Got nothing left so I’m on my knees
On a dusty Silverado
Running low on grace
Going nowhere fast on a full up on gas
Just hoping I see the day
When I ain’t ashamed of no man in the mirror
And the man upstairs ain’t either
And I can finally set
My life straight and
Be the man my mama raised
Instead of digging my grave
Down twelve feet deep
I got nothing left so I’m on my knees
Somebody say a prayer for me
‘Cause the pills ran out and I still can’t sleep
Somebody send a word upstairs
‘Cause the bar shut down and I’m God knows where
Oh, so knock on Heaven’s door
‘Cause mine ain’t working anymore
Somebody say a prayer for me
All I’m asking for is a little mercy
Amen
Amen
Amen
Amen
Somebody say a prayer for me, amen
Somebody say a prayer for me
Somebody say a prayer for me
‘Cause the pills ran out and I still can’t sleep
Somebody send a word upstairs
‘Cause the bar shut down and I’m God knows where
Oh, so knock on Heaven’s door
‘Cause mine ain’t working anymore
Somebody say a prayer for me
All I’m asking for is a little mercy
Amen
Amen
Amen
Amen
Amen
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Shaboozey and Jelly Roll Team Up for Emotional Single ‘Amen’