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Jelly Roll<\/b><\/a> is currently appearing on season 23 of <\/span>American Idol<\/span><\/i><\/a> as the first ever artist in residence, and he\u2019s a natural with the contestants. In light of his role on the competition show, fans are wondering if he ever competed on American Idol<\/em>.<\/p>\n Despite seeming like a natural on the latest season of the show, Jelly Roll never competed on American Idol.<\/p>\n Jelly Roll previously appeared on season 22 of American Idol<\/em>, where he served as a mentor to half of the remaining contestants in Honolulu. During the same episode, he performed his hit \u201cHalfway to Hell.\u201d<\/p>\n After making a strong impression during his time on season 22 of American Idol<\/em>, Jelly Roll was asked to return for season 23<\/a> as the show\u2019s first ever artist in residence.<\/p>\n In February 2025, Variety<\/em><\/a> revealed that Jelly Roll was set to become \u201ca permanent fixture this season and will work closely with the Idol hopefuls, giving them first hand advice on how to navigate the journey.\u201d<\/p>\n In addition to the press release announcement, Jelly Roll also shared the exciting news in a promo clip with longtime host Ryan Seacrest<\/strong>.<\/p>\n \u201cI\u2019m American Idol\u2019s artist in residence!\u201d he said in the clip as he picked up Ryan off the ground and enthusiastically spun him around. \u201cI feel like I\u2019m giving them the energy they need. I\u2019m uplifting and trying to get \u2019em going.\u201d<\/p>\n Ryan then revealed that he enjoyed the twirl. \u201cI like it. It feels good when you helicopter me,\u201d he told the \u201cWild Ones\u201d singer. \u201cI need you every day<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n Not only did Jelly Roll join season 23 in a new role, but the judging panel also experienced some changes.<\/p>\n Former winner Carrie Underwood<\/strong> joined the show as a judge following Katy Perry<\/strong>\u2018s exit. Meanwhile, both Luke Bryan<\/strong> and Lionel Richie<\/strong> returned to serve as judges on the current season.<\/p>\nWas Jelly Roll a Contestant on \u2018American Idol\u2019?<\/h2>\n
Jelly Roll Has Made Several Appearances on \u2018American Idol\u2019<\/h2>\n
Jelly Roll Was Named American Idol\u2019s 1st Ever Artist in Residence<\/h2>\n
\u2018American Idol\u2019 Season 23 Also Had a New Judging Panel<\/h2>\n