Alright Jessica Simpson fans listen up! Our girl is back in the music game and her new song is dropping some serious truth bombs. After announcing her divorce from Eric Johnson Jessica's new single "Leave" is here and let me tell you it sounds like she is pouring her heart out. Get ready for some feels because this one is personal.
'Unholy Matrimony' and 'Tragic Magic': Decoding Jessica Simpson's Heartbreak Anthem 'Leave'
Jessica's new song "Leave" from her upcoming EP Nashville Canyon: Part 1 just came out and the lyrics are well they are pretty intense. It sounds like she is not holding back about what went down in her marriage with Eric. The song is definitely angsty and breakup-y hinting at some possible drama that led to the split.
In the song Jessica sings about "magic" turning "tragic" and talks about her partner "giving her what you gave to me" to someone else. She even asks "Did you do to her what you did to me? Was she on her knees?" Whoa right? Sounds like she is hinting at some infidelity and some serious heartbreak. She calls it "Unholy matrimony" and says "Your weakness made me lonely."
The chorus is all about moving on and finding strength solo. She sings "I want you to leave. I don’t even want to breathe the air you breathe. I’d rather die than let you be inside me with her on your mind. I am stronger on my own. So I’m letting you go." That is some powerful stuff. It is clear Jessica is feeling all the emotions and channeling them into her music.
'Scary to Tap Into': Jessica Simpson on Writing 'Leave' and Finding Power in Subtlety
Jessica herself has said that "Leave" was the last song she wrote for the EP and also the hardest. In a behind-the-scenes video she mentioned it was "tapping into some stuff that was scary to tap into" but that she "needed to get it out." Sounds like this song was a real emotional release for her.
She also talked about learning a valuable lesson during this whole music process. She realized "There's so much power in being able to be subtle. And that's probably the best lesson I've had in this whole process. Is that music is about communicating not yelling at People." It seems like she is aiming for a more nuanced and emotionally resonant sound this time around.
Social Media Clues and Cryptic Posts: Signs of Trouble Before Jessica and Eric's Divorce Announcement
Even before Jessica officially announced her separation in January some eagle-eyed fans noticed things were off. Eric had been MIA from her Instagram for a while. Usually Jessica posts birthday and anniversary shout-outs to him but those were missing in 2024. He also wasn't in the back-to-school pics with their kids. The last time he was on her Insta was way back in April.
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Then there were those cryptic Instagram posts Jessica shared. One in particular talked about a "comeback" and an "apology to myself for putting up with everything I did not deserve." Fans were definitely reading into those messages.
When Jessica's sister Ashlee Simpson was asked about the divorce rumors she simply said "No" to TMZ. But then the very next day Eric was spotted in LA without his wedding ring. And Jessica herself had also been seen ringless a few times before. It all seemed to point to trouble even before the official announcement.
Real Estate Moves and Fewer Public Appearances: More Hints of a Split
Another potential clue that something was up? Jessica quietly listed her Hidden Hills mansion for a cool $17.9 million just days before the divorce news broke. That's a pretty big move.
Public appearances together also became rare. The last time Jessica and Eric were photographed at an event was way back in June 2023. Looking back it seems like there were definitely signs for those who were paying attention.
Music as Therapy and Co-Parenting Focus: Jessica Simpson's Next Chapter
Jessica has described returning to music as "therapeutic" during this tough time. She told her sister Ashlee that it was "the most intense yet enlightening therapy I’ve ever been through." It sounds like music is helping her process everything.
Despite the split Jessica has emphasized that her three kids Maxwell Ace and Birdie are her top priority. She and Eric are focused on co-parenting and doing what's best for them. She even told People last month that Eric is "still very much a part of my life and will always be."
It's clear Jessica Simpson is going through a lot but she is handling it with strength and grace. And she is giving us some seriously personal and powerful music in the process. Her new EP Nashville Canyon: Part 1 is definitely one to watch out for.
Key Moments in Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson's Journey Before Split:
- January 13 2025: Jessica Simpson announces separation from Eric Johnson after 10 years of marriage.
- March 7 2025: Jessica releases new single "Leave" hinting at heartbreak and infidelity.
- January 11 2025: Jessica quietly lists her Hidden Hills home for sale.
- Late 2024: Fans notice Eric Johnson's absence from Jessica's social media and her cryptic posts.
- June 2023: Last public appearance of Jessica and Eric together.