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\"You're shaping America's future,\" Seacrest told Jelly Roll.

\"I feel like I'm giving them the energy they need, I'm uplifting and trying to get them going,\" Jelly Roll responded.

In a caption, Jelly Roll reiterated his excitement for the new role and explained that he will be \"mentoring\" the contestants. \"Had to lift up @ryanseacrest just like I’m gonna lift up the @americanidol hopefuls! 🙌 Honored to be Idol’s first-ever ARTIST IN RESIDENCE—mentoring with heart, soul, and real experience!\" wrote Jelly Roll.

Jelly Roll won't be the only country superstar on the show this season. Joining him on the show are judges Luke Bryan and Carrie Underwood, as well as Lionel Richie.

Season 23 of American Idol premieres March 9 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and streams the next day on Hulu. A special season preview will air after the Oscars on March 2 on ABC and stream the next day on Hulu.

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