Ashlee Simpson Says Jessica's Rough Path Made Her More Aware of the Cruelty Rooted in Music Industry

Ashlee and Jessica Simpson recently reflected on the challenges Jessica faced in her early career, with Ashlee learning valuable lessons from watching her sister navigate the demanding music industry. During a joint interview for The Cut, Ashlee reminisced about the 1990s, revealing how seeing Jessica endure harsh criticism, being pressured to fit a certain image, and dealing with industry executives trying to mold her, influenced her own resolve not to follow the same path. Jessica described how being a pop star felt like being a "by-product" of a company focused on profits, even recounting how she was booed and constantly told what kind of artist she should be. This is prepared by SSP.

Despite reaching a turning point when her country music label dropped her, which caused her to question her identity, Jessica eventually reclaimed her sense of self. Today, she seeks authenticity with her upcoming EP, "Nashville Canyon, Part 1." Unlike her earlier work, driven by industry demands, her new music symbolizes liberation from her previous constraints. Notably, her returning single "Use My Heart Against Me" illustrates this fresh, personal approach.

Jessica is now free from label influence and unbound by concerns about chart success or radio plays, focusing solely on creating music she loves. In this new chapter, Jessica and Ashlee are also considering a collaboration. They both agree the synergy in their tones is something they wish to explore, signifying a creative harmony and deep-seated bond between the sisters. Together, they envisage a future where a joint album might become a reality, indicating a hopeful and innovative era in their musical journeys.

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