Gracie Abrams The young American composer and singer has marked a significant stage in her musical career with the release of her second studio album: ““The Secret of Us.” This new work, in addition to representing a step forward in his artistic evolution, includes an outstanding collaboration with the superstar Taylor Swift. After so much waiting and the great expectation that the announcement generated among the followers of both artists, “us.”, is now available on all platforms streaming.
Born 7 September 1999 in Los Angeles California, as Gracie Madigan Abrams, she is the daughter of director and producer JJ Abrams and the executive in international relations Katie McGrath. From an early age, Gracie showed inclinations for music, she began learning drums at the age of eight, and then ventured into the guitar, ukulele, and piano. She inspired by figures like Phoebe Bridgers, James Blake and Joni MitchellGracie began to compose, she used her experiences and emotions captured in her personal diary as a basis for her lyrics.
His first musical works published in Soundcloudas “and she will miss you” and “deep network”gave him early popularity, which was enhanced by sharing snippets and covers in instagram, platform where he caught the attention of established artists such as Billie Eilish, Ashe and Lorde. In October 2019under the record label Interscope Recordsreleased his first official single, “Mean it”followed by other significant topics such as “Stay” and “twenty-one”. His EP debut: “minor”, that arrived in July 2020, established his name on the scene of indie pop.
Gracie Abrams’ career took a significant leap when she was selected as the opening act for Olivia Rodrigo during the SourTour. As a result of this, he also opened concerts for Taylor Swift at the monumental The Eras Tour in USAan event that not only allowed him to reach new audiences, but also strengthen a solid friendship and artistic synchronicity with Swift.
This special bond is crystallized in “us.”the collaboration included in ““The Secret of Us”where both artists not only share the performance, but have also worked together in the composition and production of the song, supported by prestigious producers Aaron Dessner and Jack Antonoff. The song promises to be a deep and moving reflection of past relationships and their inevitable consequences, a theme that resonates throughout the album.
Swift had already given a spoiler, or better known to fans as Easter eggs, in a scene of music video of “Fortnight”, single from the album that reached in April of this year: “The tortured poets department”where he also collaborated with Post Malone.
Gracie Abrams fans have already had a preview with the singles ““Risk” and ““Close To You”, which have cemented their place on the charts, ahead of the big release this June 21st. The songs presented reflect an introspective and carefully crafted touch, which are combined with the best of their lyrical sensibility with minimalist but forceful musical arrangements.
The new album promises to be an emotional journey, which begins with ““Felt Good About You” and then goes through songs like ““Blowing Smoke” and ““I Love You, I’m Sorry” until reaching the expectedus.”. The second half of the album continues with songs like ““I Knew It, I Know You”““Normal Thing” and ““Free Now”before concluding with an emotional ““PS Close To You”.
This collaboration has been a point of special interest for followers of both artists. Swifties and Gracie Abrams fans have been excited and expressive on social media, anxiously awaiting the impact of this musical union. Gracie’s Instagram stories have reflected a genuine mutual admiration with Taylor, with her even revealing behind-the-scenes moments that illustrate a professional relationship filled with respect and shared creativity.
This June 21 also marks the start of Taylor Swift’s concert series at London’s Wembley Stadium, where additional surprises related to the release of ““The Secret of Us”. The synchronicity between these dates and events has fueled speculation that both artists could have some type of special presentation prepared.
