Ingrid Andress releases self-discovery single 'Now I Know' as she readies third album
Ingrid Andress has unveiled a new single, "Now I Know, " out today, Feb. 13, 2026 (ET). Framed as a clear-eyed anthem of self-discovery timed to Valentine’s week, the track pivots from romance to resilience as the singer-songwriter continues building toward her third studio album.
A Valentine to self-reliance
Rather than celebrating fairy-tale love, "Now I Know" centers on the moment a person recognizes what no longer serves them and chooses to move forward. The single positions self-trust as the foundation for healthier futures, drawing a line between staying in a familiar, unfulfilling situation and stepping into uncertainty to grow. In doing so, Andress adds a new layer to her catalog, reframing love as the confidence to set boundaries and rewrite personal narratives.
What Andress wants listeners to hear
Andress has described the song as a message for anyone navigating the hard parts of change. She reflects on the way people inherit beliefs and habits, then confront the cost of outgrowing them. "We tend to glamorize what 'growing' and 'self-discovery' look like without acknowledging the pain it also takes to break out of the cocoon that kept you safe, " she said. The reward, she added, is hard-won faith in oneself: "You learn to trust and believe in yourself again. "
That perspective guides the track’s heart: "I wrote 'Now I Know' to encourage myself and others to face and let go of the things that no longer serve us because we are capable of having the happiness we've imagined for ourselves, " Andress said. The result is a song that speaks directly to listeners who are choosing courage over comfort.
The team behind the track
"Now I Know" was written by Andress with Derrick Southerland and Sam Ellis, with Ellis also serving as producer. The trio has collaborated across Andress’s career, and here they sharpen the thematic focus on clarity, closure, and forward motion. While the release foregrounds lyrics and storytelling, the team’s track record suggests a polished, radio-ready sound that keeps Andress’s voice and narrative at the forefront.
Setting up Album Three
The new single is a step toward Andress’s forthcoming third studio album, following her acclaimed first two projects, Lady Like and Good Person. Those albums helped establish her as one of modern country-pop’s most incisive writers, earning multiple GRAMMY nominations and recognition across industry awards. With "Now I Know, " Andress signals a thematic evolution—from the innocence and idealism of early love songs to the wisdom that comes after hard choices. It’s a maturation arc that aligns with an artist steadily widening her lens while keeping her songwriting intimate and confessional.
Momentum and touring plans
Andress continues to expand her global footprint, with plans for international touring and a roadmap that stretches through 2026. Career streams are approaching the 2 billion mark, buoyed by the success of "Wishful Drinking"—her chart-topping duet with Sam Hunt—and two well-received full-length albums. The new era, launched by "Now I Know, " looks set to blend the emotional transparency fans expect with the broader ambition of an artist building toward a defining third record.
How to hear it
"Now I Know" is out today, Feb. 13, 2026 (ET), on major streaming platforms and digital retailers. Pre-save and pre-order options supported the rollout, with the single arriving as a seasonal counterpoint to love songs that overlook the grit of growth. For listeners catching up, this release serves as both a standalone statement and a clear signpost for where Andress is headed next.
