On July 19, 2023, Nashville got a surprise it didn’t know it needed — YUNGBLUD and his girlfriend, singer-songwriter Jesse Jo Stark, teaming up to cover Johnny Cash’s classic “Jackson.” Mid-show, YUNGBLUD brought Jesse Jo on stage, and the crowd instantly knew they were about to witness something wild. Her smoky, sultry vocals paired with his raw, punchy delivery turned the cheeky country duet into a gritty, modern showdown.
Phones shot up, TikTok lit up within minutes, and clips of the performance spread faster than a honky-tonk rumor. Fans in the comments were calling it “chaotic perfection” and swearing that Johnny and June would’ve approved.
For those who don’t know, Jesse Jo Stark isn’t just YUNGBLUD’s partner — she’s a rising indie-rock artist with a dark, moody style that made the perfect contrast to his high-energy punk presence. Together, they transformed “Jackson” from a classic country spat into a full-on rock ‘n’ roll lovers’ duel.
This wasn’t just a cover — it was two worlds colliding in the best way: alt-punk edge meets vintage country sass. The result? A Nashville moment that’s already living rent-free in the internet’s memory.
