In a move that has left fans overjoyed, Gracie Abrams has finally released her long-awaited track “Close to You.” The song, which Abrams first teased at the age of 16, has been seven years in the making.
Abrams took to Instagram to express her gratitude to her fans for their unwavering support. She revealed that their enthusiasm for the song persuaded her to revisit and complete it seven years after its inception.
The highly anticipated release was met with widespread excitement, with fans flocking to YouTube to share their delight and loyalty. Having anticipated the song for years, Abrams first captured fans’ hearts with a piano rendition of the song on Instagram in 2017 and later shared a demo snippet in 2018, leaving a lasting impression.
The track will be included in Abrams’ upcoming album “The Secret of Us,” scheduled for release on June 21. It features a collaboration with Taylor Swift on the fifth track, titled “us.”
Abrams will join Swift for another North American leg of the “Eras Tour” in October, following her successful opening performances during the spring and summer of 2023.
With “Close to You,” Abrams demonstrates her dedication to her craft and her fans, delivering a song that has been years in the making. As she prepares to release her upcoming album and embark on tour, Abrams solidifies her position as a rising star in the music industry.