emmys

Did you watch the Emmy Awards last night?

Yeah, me neither.

I’m just catching the highlights this morning, and one of the big moments apparently was Jelly Roll performing “I Am Not Okay” for the “In Memoriam” segment where those in the industry who passed away in the past year were honored.

Jelly Roll and the symphony accompanying him did a really great job:

In all, a very moving performance, but there are some that are questioning the song choice… since it’s a song about depression and suicidal thoughts.

Jelly Roll tried to explain the meaning at the beginning of the performance, but I kind of get why some people are like, “why THIS song to honor those who had passed”?

I’m assuming most of those being honored didn’t pass away due to self-harm… unless I’m missing something over here?

Some viewers were just as confused as I am:

Oh, and my favorite… because I thought the same thing when the VO guys presented Jelly Roll:

Yes, it was a great performance, and very moving… but also kind of a weird choice.

 

What do you think? Did the song choice make sense? Or totally miss the mark?