Country/Americana singer-songwriter Jeremy Parsons is set to release his deeply personal new single, “Who Was I?”, on Friday, September 5th. The track, lifted from his upcoming EP Life (out September 19th), offers a candid reflection on Parsons’ own journey of growth, missteps, and self-discovery.

Parsons explains that the song was inspired by a review of his 2021 album Things To Come, where a critic suggested it lacked personal insight. “I thought it was funny,” he shares. “So I sat down and wrote ‘Who Was I’ as kind of a tongue-in-cheek response—like, ‘Take this, here are some particular tidbits for you!’ But as I wrote, it evolved into something much bigger: a reflection on my journey, admitting to myself how little I knew and how much we’re always still learning. I’m grateful for every step.”

“Who Was I?” paints vivid pictures of Parsons’ life at 25—drifting, chasing dreams, grappling with identity—set against the contrast of societal expectations. With lines like “Sleeping through the days, living for the night / Yeah doing lots of things to see if I could die”, Parsons lays bare the struggles of youth and the clarity that comes only with time and hindsight.

The single highlights Parsons’ signature blend of lyrical honesty and Americana roots, carried by his warm, weathered vocals and melodic storytelling. It serves as both a personal confession and a universal anthem for anyone who has looked back at their younger self and wondered how far they’ve come.

“Who Was I?” follows a string of successful singles from Parsons’ upcoming EP, including three Top 15 UK iTunes Country hits—with Life Worth Dyin’ For also reaching the Billboard Digital Songs Sales Top 50. With this latest release, Parsons cements his reputation as one of Americana’s most introspective and relatable voices.

“Who Was I?” will be available via MTS Records on all major streaming platforms beginning Friday, September 5th, 2025.

For more information on Jeremy Parsons, visit http://www.jeremyparsonsmusic.com

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Country/Americana singer-songwriter Jeremy Parsons is set to release his deeply personal new single, “Who Was I?”, on Friday, September 5th. The track, lifted from his upcoming EP Life (out September 19th), offers a candid reflection on Parsons’ own journey of growth, missteps, and self-discovery. Parsons explains that the song was inspired by a review of his...