Jessica Simpson Releases First New Song in Almost 15 Years: ‘It’s Go Time’

Jessica Simpson Makes Her Long-Awaited Return to Music with First New Single in Nearly 15 Years

Jessica Simpson is officially stepping back into the music scene after nearly 15 years with the release of her highly anticipated new single, Use My Heart Against Me. The 44-year-old singer, songwriter, and entrepreneur has been teasing her musical comeback for weeks, and on Friday, February 21, she finally unveiled her latest track, marking a major moment in her career.

A Deeply Personal Return to Music

Alongside the release of Use My Heart Against Me, Simpson took to Instagram to share an emotional message reflecting on her journey. “Music makes you un-become to become, and through this process, my soul has been pulled to the very place it belongs,” she wrote. “To the girl I was, I love you. To the woman I am, I am proud of you. To the woman I am becoming, I am excited for you… let’s do this… it’s GO TIME.”

This single, co-written with Natalie Hemby of The Highwomen, Ashley Ray, and Joe Ginsberg, marks a stylistic evolution for Simpson. With a bluesy, soulful edge, Use My Heart Against Me offers a departure from her previous pop-infused sound. The lyrics also carry a distinct country influence, with lines like, “Double down like I’m a whiskey / Drink me in until you’re tipsy.”

New Music, New Era: Nashville Canyon EP Announced

In addition to her new single, Simpson has revealed that she is releasing a two-part EP titled Nashville Canyon. The first installment is set to drop on Friday, March 21, while the second part will follow in early summer.

“I’ve lived through the hardest parts of life, and music is what has brought me back,” Simpson said in a press release. “Nashville Canyon is for anyone who has ever been told who they are or how they should live their life. It’s about finding your true voice and the courage to be exactly who you are. This music is mine to share, and it’s not just about me—it’s about everyone who’s ever felt lost or overlooked. I want to remind them that they’re not alone.”

Her return to the studio marks a significant milestone, as her last full-length album, Happy Christmas, was released in 2010. Although she dropped a cover of Particles by Nothing But Thieves in 2021, her last original single, My Only Wish, also came from Happy Christmas.

A New Chapter in Life and Career

Simpson’s musical comeback comes at a transformative time in her personal life. In January 2025, she announced her separation from husband Eric Johnson after a decade of marriage.

“Eric and I have been living separately, navigating a painful situation in our marriage,” she shared in a statement to Us Weekly on January 13. “Our children come first, and we are focusing on what is best for them. We are grateful for all the love and support that has been coming our way and appreciate privacy as we work through this as a family.”

Despite their split, Johnson, 45, has remained supportive of Simpson’s return to music. In an interview published on February 20 with The Cut, Simpson expressed gratitude for the encouragement she has received. “It is a gift,” she said during a conversation with her sister, Ashlee Simpson. “Eric supported that gift. My kids supported that gift.”

The Highly Anticipated Comeback of Jessica Simpson

For years, fans have eagerly awaited Jessica Simpson’s return to music. After stepping away from the industry to focus on her billion-dollar fashion brand and family, she is now reclaiming her artistic voice in a way that feels more authentic than ever.

With Use My Heart Against Me setting the tone for this new era, Nashville Canyon promises to be a deeply personal and powerful body of work. As Simpson embraces her evolution as an artist, fans can look forward to a fresh, soulful sound that blends her signature vulnerability with a newfound strength.

Stay tuned as Jessica Simpson’s journey in music continues—because this is just the beginning.