Jessica Simpson says Eric Johnson "will always be" part of her life after she announced their separation last month. The singer, who is releasing her new music this week, reflected on her former relationship with Johnson in an exclusive interview with People in this week's issue, and opened up about how music has healed her.

Jessica Simpson opened up about having the support of ex Eric Johnson and their kids to work on her new music project in Nashville

Jessica Simpson—who announced her separation from husband Eric Johnson in January—detailed the “intense yet enlightening” aftermath of their split.