Struggle Jennings: "Only God Knows" & His Outlaw Country Legacy

#music #podcast #trending ‪@StruggleJennings‬ joins us on the release day of his brand-new single "Only God Knows" featuring his longtime best friend ‪@JellyRoll‬ . After holding onto this song and music video for over a year, Struggle finally shares it with the world, showcasing his growth as a vocalist and his evolution as an artist. In this raw conversation, we dive into the emotional weight behind the song, his excitement for fans to hear his progress, and why Only God Knows is the perfect lead single for his highly anticipated second country album, "Last Name". In a powerful moment, Struggle reads fan comments under the Only God Knows music video for the first time—leading to an emotional reaction that proves just how much his music resonates with people from all walks of life. Struggle Jennings Interview 2025. We also explore Struggle’s transition from hip-hop to (Outlaw) Country, his experiences breaking into Nashville’s country music scene, and the struggles he and ‪@JellyRoll‬ faced trying to make a name for themselves in a city known for its traditional country roots. Struggle opens up about the industry’s gatekeepers, how country music is protected like a "Good Ol' Boys Club," and what it means to carry the Jennings legacy forward while forging his own path. We also discuss his iconic Grand Ole Opry debut, a moment made even more special by Jelly Roll being the one to break the news to him. Struggle takes us behind the scenes of that career-defining night and shares how it felt to step onto the Opry stage, honoring his Last Name and the musical heritage passed down from his grandfather, Waylon Jennings. Beyond Only God Knows single, Struggle reflects on his past albums—I AM STRUGGLE, Waylon & Willie, El Camino, and Live from Rikers Island—sharing never-before-heard stories from their creation and how they shaped his journey. With 2025 set to be a game-changing year, Struggle Jennings is proving that Outlaw Country is more alive than ever. Whether you’ve followed his career since his hip-hop days or you’re a new fan discovering his music through country storytelling, this episode is packed with raw honesty, musical insight, and exclusive announcements you won’t hear anywhere else. Watch now and join us for this incredible conversation with Struggle Jennings! 🔥🎶 Chapters: 00:00 - 0:56 - Intro 0:57 - 2:20 - Only God Knows ft. Jelly Roll 2:21 - 4:01 - Vocal Improvements 4:02 - 8:11 - Only God Knows comment section 8:12 - 8:39 - Subscribe to HOTG 8:40 - 10:04 - Nashville Rap Scene 10:05 - 11:11 - 8 Ball, MJG & UKG 11:12 - 12:40 - Rap to Country evolution 12:41 - 16:24 - Ghostwriters vs Songwriters 16:25 - 16:50 - MANSCAPED AD 16:51 - 17:34 - Relating to the struggle 17:35 - 19:18- Jelly Roll & Struggle Jennings friendship 19:19 - 20:55 - Waylon & Willie II 20:56 - 22:22 - Struggle Jennings Boot Collection 22:23 - 23:23 - Grand Ole Opry Debut 23:24 - 26:12 - Jelly Roll Grand Ole Opry Reveal 26:13 - 28:46 - Nashville's "Good Ol' Boys Club" 28:47 - 30:23 - Outlaw Country 1976 30:24 - 32:43 - Recording 200 songs in 2024 32:25 - 33:55 - 2025 ALBUM ANNOUNCEMENT 33:56 - 35:09 - 80's Baby (Micheal Jackson) 35:10 - 37:28 - Favorite Producers 37:29 - 38:39 - Everyday Struggles 38:40 - 40:55 - Grand Ole Opry vs Listening Room 40:56 - 42:20 - Always gonna be Struggle 42:21 - 42:50 - Struggle Bus Game (Intro) 42:51 - 45:10 - El Camino (1st Country Album) 45:11 - 46:14 - I AM STRUGGLE 46:15 - 47:58 - Struggling' Til We Make It 47:59 - 49:26 - Live from Rikers Island 49:27 - 51:17 - Waylon & Willie II 51:18 - 54:02 - Imposter syndrome 54:03 - 55:38 - What can the fans expect in 2025? ******** SPONSOR- MANSCAPED: Lawn Mower 5.0 Ultra is every man's cheat code to look good, feel good, and turn the page on confidence this year. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code GULCH20 at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Watch our last Video Hattie B's Interview:    • Hattie B's Hot Chicken: Serving up Breakfa...   LOVE the Vintage tee? You can buy it!! - Use link Below! -   / teriyakiastma615   https://www.ebay.com/usr/teriyakiasth... Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instgram.com/heartofthegu... Follow us on Facebook:   / heartofthegulch   Follow Struggle Jennings:   / iamstruggle   ‪@StruggleJennings‬ #StruggleJennings #JellyRoll #CountryMusic #OutlawCountry #HipHop #MusicIndustry #Songwriting #NewMusic #NashvilleMusic #MusicLegends #RisingArtists #MusicMarketing #IndependentArtists #MusicNetworking #MusicProduction #CountryRap #MusicCollaboration #GrandOleOpry #TrendingMusic #ArtistSpotlight