Legendary singer-songwriter Carly Simon has opened a new chapter in her musical journey by reflecting on her past relationship with former husband James Taylor.
The 83-year-old artist released her album Come in Waves on August 14, 2026, marking her return with a collection of twelve songs after an 18-year break from new album releases.
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One track from the album, Maybe I Never Loved You, has attracted attention for its emotional lyrics, which many listeners believe reference her relationship with Taylor.
In the song, Simon sings about uncertainty surrounding their love story, including the line, “Maybe I never loved you, but anyway, I thought I did.”
The lyrics also mention their marriage, family and the complicated emotions that remained after their separation. Simon reflects on their years together, singing about how they married, had children and shared a significant part of their lives.
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The song appears to capture the conflicting feelings that can remain after a long relationship, with Simon suggesting that love, memories and regret can exist at the same time.
Carly Simon and James Taylor became one of the most recognized celebrity couples of the 1970s music scene. They married in November 1972 and welcomed two children, Sally in 1974 and Ben in 1977, before their marriage ended in 1983.
Their divorce followed years of personal struggles, including Taylor’s well-publicized battle with substance addiction.
Through Maybe I Never Loved You, Simon seems to revisit the emotional complexity of their relationship, leaving listeners to interpret whether the song represents closure, reflection or a lasting connection.
The new release highlights how personal experiences from decades ago can continue to influence an artist’s work and resonate with audiences worldwide.