Jessie J celebrated the success of her cancer treatment by performing an intimate acoustic version of “Living My Best Life” in an adorable video with her young son Skye. She performed the recently released single in the studio while holding her two-year-old son in her arms, prompting viewers to marvel that she could still sing so well with a toddler on her belly. It’s no secret that Jessie is one of the most talented vocalists of her generation, and she proved that again here.
On June 24, 2025, Jessie updated fans on Instagram, saying she had undergone a mastectomy following her “early breast cancer” diagnosis. She dropped the acoustic rendition of “Living My Best Life” three days later, presumably using previously recorded footage, as the operation looked intense. The joyful, uplifting vibe of the song was perfect for celebrating the success of her treatment. The Music Man readers will def want to tune in at 1:56 when Jessie starts to really let loose with her voice.
Fans were blown away by Jessie’s vocals, although adorable young Sky stole the show, particularly in his own little feature at the end of the video. Fans were digging the family studio session and added comments such as “So cute seeing the connection between mum and son singing for her baby” and “The fact that she is hitting those notes while the baby is pressing her belly with his weight is crazy. She is amazing.”
Jessie always delivers the goods live, and she’s particularly skilled at taking live acoustic sessions to the next level. One of The Music Man’s favorite performances from Jessie was recorded when she performed her hit “Bang Bang” in a street performance in Camden. The intimate duo format combined with Jessie’s powerful vocals to create a real vibe, with the packed crowd clearly spellbound by her performance.
Jessie underwent surgery to remove one of her breasts on June 23, 2025. The following day she shared photos and footage of her, Skye, and her partner Chanan Colman in the hospital. In July she updated fans again via her Instagram about her test results, saying “I AM OK. Results = I have NO cancer spread. Happy tears are real.” Jessie also explained her future plans, saying “Lots of healing to go and one more surgery to make these cousins look more like sisters, but for now it’s gratitude time.” She also explained that one of the hardest parts of having the surgery was not being able to pick up Skye for several months. She added that the thought of being able to “lift him up for a cuddle” again is what gets her through her hard days while she’s recovering.