Jessie J, the powerhouse Britishsinger-songwriter, is known for her impressive vocals and catchy tunes, such as “Do It Like A Dude” and “Bang Bang” featuringAriana GrandeandNicki Minaj. Her music, like her persona, is unique, blending an eclectic mix of pop, soul, and R&B. She released her new single, “No Secrets,” her first single in four years, on April 25, and it’s one of her most vulnerable songs to date. The song is from her upcoming, yet-to-be-titled sixth album, reportedly scheduled for release sometime this year. AndJessie J is staying true to her new single by revealing a devastating health diagnosis she received.
Jessie J Reveals Recent Breast Cancer Diagnosis on Instagram
On June 3,singer Jessie J made a shocking announcement about her health.The pop star, 37, posted a video on her Instagram page in which she revealed she had been diagnosed with breast cancer. The mother-of-one stated in the clip that"I was diagnosed with early breast cancer. I’m highlighting the word early. Cancer sucks in any form but I’m holding onto the word early," revealed Jessie. “I have been in and out of tests throughout this whole period. I just wanted to be open and share it. One, because, selfishly, I do not talk about it enough. I’m not processing it because I’m working so hard.” The “Price Tag” singer added, “I also know how much sharing in the past has helped me with other people giving me their love and support and also their own stories. I’m an open book.” Jessie J also briefly discussed her new single, “No Secrets,” which was released in April, in the video and the post’s caption. She explained that the pop, alternative, and R&B-fused track was written and released before her health diagnosis. In April,Jessie reflected in an interview with Contact Musicon the single’s meaning: “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 humor. Humor is key. The music has really gotten me through."
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As fans will know,Jessie J has been through other major health problems in the past. In 2021,she was diagnosed with Meniere’s disease, an inner ear disease that can cause hearing loss and vertigo, among other conditions. Then, in 2021, after deciding to have a baby on her own without a romantic partner, she experienced a miscarriage.Jessie J revealed on Instagram that she’s still in the beginning stages of processing her breast cancernews and implied that she’s going to get a mastectomy. However, she assured fans that she has a new lease on life and is approaching things as they come. “All jokes aside (You know it’s one of the ways I get through hard times). These last 2 months have been so amazing,” she wrote, “and having this go on alongside it [the single release] has given me the most incredible perspective. But…Your girls needs a massive hug. Also I’m not getting massive t*ts. Or am I? No, no…I must stop joking.”
Jessie J’s New Album Will Reportedly Have a Nostalgic Feel
As singer Jessie J grapples with her health diagnosis, it appears that she’s not letting it stop her from releasing new music. As mentioned previously,the “No Secrets” songwriter revealed earlier this year that her sixth studio album will be released sometime this year.As fans send her well-wishes on social media, many are eagerly anticipating her return to music nearly seven years after her last album release.According to a report by The Sun’s Bizarrecolumn,Jessie J revealed that her upcoming album “…truly feel(s) like I’ve gone back to 2010, but 2.0.”
The “Nobody’s Perfect” singer added that her new single, “No Secrets,” released in April, has “set the tone” for the entire upcoming album. She said, “It reminds people that I make music because I’m human. I go through real-life s***. In life, I’ve had the highest of highs. And I’ve had the lowest of lows. I love being the soundtrack to people’s good and bad times. It’s the joy that literally makes me feel like my life has a huge purpose.” Like her single, Jessie J has plans to release her new album independently after amicably splitting up with her record label, Republic Records, in 2023.
