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Pieces Of Me

Standing in the shadows of a mega-star sibling can be a problem for some. But not for Jessica Simpson's younger sister, Ashlee. For her debut single, the catchy "Pieces of Me," Simpson takes a rockier pop route à la Michelle Branch and Avril Lavigne. Driven by a melodic guitar riff, Simpson croons of

a lover who comes "to rescue me." For her, being co-dependent is neither good nor bad, it's just the way it is. "How do you know everything I'm about to say/Am I that obvious/And if it's written on my face/I hope it never goes away," she declares during the song's aggressive bridge. "Pieces of Me" is gaining attention at top 40 radio. With a background in acting, endorsement deals and a forthcoming MTV reality program ("The Ashlee Simpson Show"), Simpson appears on her way to becoming the next "it" girl of the family.—RH

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