Ashley Cooke Releases New Breakup Anthem 'xs'

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Ashley Cooke has released a new track called 'xs' that serves as a fresh take on a breakup anthem. The 'your place' hitmaker co-wrote the song with Ashley Gorley, Emily Weisband and Will Weatherly. Cooke recently debuted the track live during her performance at the Country to Country festival in London, and the song is the latest release from her ongoing musical era.

Why it matters

As a rising star in the country music scene, Cooke's new single 'xs' continues to showcase her songwriting prowess and her ability to connect with listeners through relatable lyrics about the emotional turmoil of a relationship ending. The track's release also comes as Cooke wraps up a run supporting Jon Pardi's Honkytonk Hollywood Tour, further expanding her fanbase.

The details

In 'xs,' Cooke sings about the aftermath of a breakup, with lyrics like 'Oh don't deny I know you did it/ Oh doesn't matter how you spin it/ Want me back after that forget it/ Don't you know crossing lines makes xs?' The song was co-written by Cooke along with acclaimed Nashville songwriters Ashley Gorley, Emily Weisband and Will Weatherly.

• Cooke debuted 'xs' live during her performance at the Country to Country festival in London in early March 2026.
• Cooke is wrapping up her run supporting Jon Pardi's Honkytonk Hollywood Tour on Friday, March 27, 2026 in Pikeville, Kentucky.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Cooke will continue promoting her new single 'xs' and her ongoing musical era, including potential live performances, radio promotion, and further releases.