Okay, music lovers, mark your calendars and get ready to feel all the feels, because the incredible Jessie J is officially back! After four long years, that powerhouse voice we all know and love is gracing our ears once again with not one, but two brand new singles: the deeply personal “No Secrets,” which dropped today, and the Ryan Tedder-produced, joy-infused anthem “Living My Best Life,” hitting our playlists on May 16th via Darco Artist Partnerships (D.A.P). Trust me, this is the comeback we’ve all been waiting for.
Listen to “No Secrets” right here: lnk.to/nosecrets
“No Secrets” isn’t just a song; it’s like Jessie J opened up her diary and laid it all bare. This track is a raw and unfiltered invitation into the highs and, yes, the lows she’s navigated over the past few years. She fearlessly tackles themes of loss, the weight of trauma, and even the sometimes-bizarre impact of social media, all while injecting her signature wit and humor into the mix. Produced by the talented duo Los Hendrix (known for their work with SZA and Brent Faiyaz) and Jesse Boykins III, “No Secrets” sees Jessie J diving deep into her alt-R&B sensibilities. And of course, that iconic, powerhouse voice and her soul-baring lyrics grab your attention from the very first heartfelt note.
Hearing Jessie J speak about “No Secrets” just makes it even more impactful: “This song is super personal but I hope it can be relative to anyone’s life. I’m a very honest person; I say it how it is, and I share with the world a lot of things that most people don’t, but always with a little humour. Humour is key. The music has really gotten me through.” It’s that honesty and vulnerability, coupled with her incredible talent, that makes her music so relatable and enduring.
But hold on, because the journey doesn’t end with the raw emotion of “No Secrets.” Get ready for a complete 180 with “Living My Best Life,” a pure, unadulterated celebration of positivity and joy. Produced by the hitmaker Ryan Tedder, this track is described as an exuberant throwback that came to Jessie J during a drive through LA, with the iconic sounds of Whitney Houston and Prince blasting through her jeep. If that doesn’t sound like a recipe for a feel-good anthem, I don’t know what does!
Jessie J herself says about “Living My Best Life”: “I love the sense of moving upwards, so Living My Best Life has that same feeling. It feels timeless, classic, 80s. It makes you want to dance.” Knowing Jessie J’s energy and vocal prowess, this track is bound to be an absolute banger, the kind of song that instantly puts a smile on your face and makes you want to move.
And for those lucky enough to be in London next month, Jessie J is treating fans to an intimate acoustic headline show at the iconic Union Chapel on May 20th. This special, already sold-out performance will be the first chance for fans to experience her new music live, alongside a selection of beloved classics and that captivating, humorous personality that has built such a strong and loyal fanbase over the years. I can only imagine the incredible atmosphere in that venue!
It’s so exciting to see Jessie J stepping back into the spotlight with such authentic and diverse new music. From the raw vulnerability of “No Secrets” to the infectious joy of “Living My Best Life,” it’s clear that she’s ready to share a new chapter with us, and I, for one, am absolutely here for it. Get ready to have these tracks on repeat!
ABOUT JESSIE J:
Jessie J, born Jessica Ellen Cornish, is a BRIT Award-winning and Grammy-nominated British singer-songwriter who has captivated audiences worldwide with her seismic vocals, deeply confessional lyrics, empowering attitude, dynamic stage presence, infectious sense of humour, and genre-bending musical style. Having sold over 20 million records globally, she first exploded onto the international scene with her debut album Who You Are (2011), which spawned six massive Top 10 hits, including “Price Tag,” “Domino,” and the album’s title track.
Over the years, she has solidified her position as a versatile artist, seamlessly blending elements of pop, R&B, and soul into her signature sound. Her subsequent albums, including Alive (2013), Sweet Talker (2014) – which featured the diamond-selling global smash “Bang Bang” with Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj – and R.O.S.E. (2018), showcase her continuous artistic evolution and growth. Beyond her own incredible discography, Jessie J is also a highly acclaimed songwriter, having penned hits for other major artists, including Miley Cyrus’s diamond-certified “Party In The USA.” She has also garnered significant recognition for her appearances on television shows such as The Voice UK and The Singer in China, where she emerged victorious in 2018, with a staggering 1.2 billion people tuning in for the live final.
Jessie J’s last album, R.O.S.E. (2018), was a deeply confessional body of work that further showcased her maturity as an artist, delving into personal and emotional themes with raw and heartfelt lyricism. This incredible singer’s voice continues to resonate in nearly every corner of the globe, and her return with “No Secrets” and “Living My Best Life” marks an exciting new chapter in her already stellar career.
Adreena is a writer from Nagano, Japan, but is now residing in Singapore. She mostly writes music news and reviews, but in her spare time, she likes writing fiction and poems.