Hilary Duff opened up about returning to the recording studio and previewed her upcoming single, "This Is What Y2K Dreams Are Made Of." The artist announced that her new track, "Mature," would be released on November 6, marking her first original music since her 2015 album Breathe In.
During the season two finale of the Therapuss podcast with host Jake Shane, Duff spoke about her renewed connection to music and her fans after a decade-long break.
“It was always going to happen. There’s no way that that was not going to be a part of my story.”
Now 38, Duff shared that she feels ready to open up again and reconnect with her audience on a more authentic level. She described this new chapter as a chance to share experiences shaped by her personal and professional growth.
“Obviously, it’s taken a lot of twists and turns and ups and downs, but I have this crazy connection with fans that I’ve known since I was nine or ten years old, and I just want to connect with them again.”
Duff noted that her journey mirrors that of many of her fans. She referenced navigating relationships, raising children, coping with anxiety, and finding balance in adulthood and family life. She added that feeling secure in her family allowed her to reembrace this creative side freely.
Author’s summary: After nearly a decade away from music, Hilary Duff embraces a heartfelt return with her new single, reflecting on growth, connection, and creative renewal.