Gracie Abrams: The Rising Star of Singer-Songwriting

As I sat down to listen to Gracie Abrams’ sophomore album, The Secret of Us, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation. The 23-year-old singer-songwriter has been making waves in the music industry with her introspective and emotionally charged lyrics, and I was eager to dive into her latest release.

The album, co-written with her close friend Audrey Hobert and co-produced alongside Aaron Dessner, is a masterclass in storytelling. Abrams’ voice is hauntingly beautiful, weaving a narrative that is both deeply personal and universally relatable. The mid-album track, “us,” featuring Taylor Swift, is a standout – an ode to an older former partner that Abrams hasn’t quite let go of.

Gracie Abrams’ sophomore album, The Secret of Us, is a masterclass in storytelling.

Abrams’ rise to fame is a testament to her hard work and dedication to her craft. The daughter of noted director and Lost creator J.J. Abrams, she cites Joni Mitchell and Elliott Smith as some of her earliest childhood musical influences. She began sharing music under her own name in 2019, releasing a debut EP, minor, in 2020. Since then, she’s made songs with other rising artists like Noah Kahan while adding co-production credits with figures like Jim-E Stack and Dessner to her resume.

Gracie Abrams will embark on a sold-out headlining tour to support the album, kicking off in Portland, Oregon.

The album’s lead single, “Risk,” has already racked up an impressive 33 million streams on Spotify, with a full million of them in the song’s first hour of release. It’s clear that Abrams is on the cusp of something big, and The Secret of Us is just the beginning.

Gracie Abrams opened for Taylor Swift on 30+ shows of the Eras Tour’s 2023 North American run.

As I listened to the album, I couldn’t help but think of the countless hours Abrams must have spent pouring her heart and soul into this project. The result is a deeply personal and relatable album that is sure to resonate with listeners of all ages.

The Secret of Us is a must-listen for anyone who loves singer-songwriter music.