Jessica Simpson Reveals Hilarious Trick to Stop Nerves During Live Performance!

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The Season 23 finale of American Idol was packed with unforgettable instances. In the year 2025, the broadcast crowned Jamal Roberts as the champion, and it showcased performances by the judges, Patti LaBelle, and others. Yet, Jessica Simpson’s performance in the finale is worth mentioning since she recently discussed the exciting experience and the things she had to remind herself during that time.

Initially, Jessica Simpson gained recognition in the ’90s due to her bubblegum pop tunes and attempting to achieve fame alongside Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera. However, after departing from Hollywood for Nashville, the singer underwent a transformation and opted to create music that strongly reflected her Southern heritage.

In the season finale of “American Idol” (season 23), Jessica Simpson performed her fresh track, “Blame Me,” from her album titled “Nashville Canyon, Pt. 1“. She shared with ExtraTV about her strategies for managing her anxiety and maintaining a grounded attitude during the performance: “Jessica Simpson 4.0”.

“Jessica Simpson 4.0”.

Oh my goodness, I was on the verge of fainting! It’s been ages since I’ve felt this jittery. I had to use hairspray on my feet to stay still, though it doesn’t really work, given how sweaty they were. I rarely perspire, but today was an exception. I kept reminding myself, ‘Don’t cry, don’t cry. This is a significant moment…don’t cry.’ And then I spotted my father in the corner, and I thought, ‘I’m going to cry. I’m going to cry. Don’t cry. Just perform your songs. Just perform your songs.’

I can absolutely sympathize with Jessica Simpson in those instances when you instinctively tell yourself not to shed tears, even though for me, telling myself not to cry only makes it worse. In contrast, Jessica Simpson, the “Irresistible” singer, maintained her composure and performed with an intensity that never faltered, concealing any signs of her nerves.

To be completely honest, I must confess that I wouldn’t have thought using hairspray on your feet as a way to keep steady was something I’d ever consider. Yet, here we are, learning something novel each and every day.

It’s quite surprising, but you might not guess it was Jessica Simpson’s first TV appearance in 15 years at the finale of “American Idol”. Yet, she performed with such conviction that one wouldn’t imagine she’d been away from the screen for so long. To explain this, Simpson shared her feelings about singing her new Americana single: it held significant meaning for her.

This new EP, ‘Nashville Canyon’ part one, has such deep roots in me that singing a song from it felt almost exposing, as if I were baring my soul. In fact, it feels quite bare, raw, and very vulnerable. Part two will be released in the summer, but this first part is so integral to who I am. Plus, it’s been a long while since I last released anything, and we’re talking Christmas songs here, so you can imagine how much anticipation there is for this new music.

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It’s only natural that being one’s true, authentic self on stage can be a source of nerves. Yet, Jessica Simpson’s decision to choose Nashville over Hollywood seems to have brought her more joy, as she found herself immersed in music she adores and in an environment that supports her following her heart.

Among all moments during Jessica Simpson’s appearance on American Idol, I particularly enjoyed when she performed “These Boots Are Made For Walkin'” alongside Top 8 contestant Josh King. It’s been around 20 years since Simpson last sang this song, having sung the Nancy Sinatra version for the TV-based adaptation of The Dukes of Hazzard. Intriguingly, she expressed feeling inspired by King’s harmonica skills and mentioned that she might try her hand at playing it too!

As per Jessica Simpson, soothing your jitters and holding back tears can be achieved through self-talk and spritzing hairspray onto your feet. It’s fascinating how often self-assurance can stem from the unlikeliest sources.

With a Hulu subscription, you’ll have the opportunity to catch Simon’s performance alongside numerous other gifted artists during the final episode of American Idol.

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2025-05-21 20:58