Jelly Roll & Bon Jovi Deliver “Living Proof” They Make a Great Team

Bon Jovi to Release Legendary Edition of Forever Album

With a little help from some famous friends — including the unstoppable Jelly Roll — Bon Jovi is giving new life to their 2024 album Forever.

The iconic rock band’s 16th studio album, Forever, originally dropped in June 2024 and took the world by storm. The 12-track collection reached #5 on the Billboard 200 and #2 on the Top Rock & Alternative Albums chart, while also topping charts across Australia, Germany, Japan, Switzerland, and the UK.

Now, just a year later, the band is back with something even bigger — the Legendary Edition of Forever, dropping October 24.

According to Bon Jovi’s official website, this new edition features “reimagined renditions of every song on the album,” each brought to life with the help of some of the world’s most innovative artists — and longtime friends of the band.

The star-studded lineup includes Jason Isbell, The War & Treaty, Lainey Wilson, Marcus King, Bruce Springsteen, and, of course, Jelly Roll.

 “Living Proof” — A Collaboration Fans Can’t Get Enough Of

On September 26, Bon Jovi released a reimagined version of Forever’s standout track, “Living Proof,” featuring none other than Jelly Roll — the rapper-turned-country-star whose rise has been nothing short of meteoric.

Jelly jumps in on the second verse with lines that capture his signature mix of grit and redemption:

“Close your eyes and tell me what you think you see.
Is faith and hope enough to make a fool believe?
Is there anything left for a sinner like me?“

The energy between Jon Bon Jovi and Jelly Roll is undeniable — a perfect fusion of rock grit and Southern soul.

Fans were quick to react, flooding the comments section with praise:

“Love this collaboration. Love you guys both. Glad to hear Bon Jovi singing again.”

“Awesome combo! I’ve been a Bon Jovi fan since the very beginning — and Jelly Roll’s voice is fantastic!”

“This is absolutely legendary.”

“You guys picked the right person to collab with! Jelly Roll is a joy to hear — inspiring as ever!”

 From Tribute to Teamwork

This isn’t the first time Jelly Roll has crossed paths with Bon Jovi. Earlier in 2024, he performed “Bad Medicine” to honor Jon Bon Jovi at the MusiCares Person of the Year Gala. That performance sparked a friendship — and eventually, this unforgettable collaboration.

Now, that connection has turned into something truly special — a track that bridges generations, genres, and fans.

You can listen to Jelly Roll & Bon Jovi’s “Living Proof” in the lyric video below — and hear for yourself why this collaboration is being called one of the most exciting musical moments of the year. 🎶