Rising singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams, known for her emotional honesty and breakout hit Tough Love, has opened up about her creative process and how much she continues to learn from industry icons—most notably, global superstar Taylor Swift.
In a recent interview with Billboard, Gracie shared that she still considers herself a student of music, especially when it comes to songwriting. The 25-year-old artist spoke candidly about the profound impact other musicians have had on her artistic development, with Swift being a particularly influential figure.
“There are a million artists I’m constantly learning from,” Gracie Abrams said. “But Taylor is a great example of someone I’ve been lucky enough to spend a lot of time around. Every single time we talk, I’m like, ‘Tell me everything you know, please. Teach me how to be.’”
Her admiration for Swift goes beyond casual appreciation—it’s a mentorship that has shaped her both personally and professionally. Abrams expressed her desire to live life deeply and translate those experiences into her art. “I want to live fully and do my best to capture what that feels like,” she added.
The admiration between the two singers took on a creative form in June 2024, when Gracie and Swift joined forces for their powerful and emotional duet, Us. The song was met with widespread acclaim and solidified Abrams as a promising voice in contemporary pop music.
Currently, Gracie Abrams is in the midst of her much-anticipated music tour titled The Secret of Us. The tour, which kicked off in September last year, has drawn fans from around the world and showcases Gracie’s evolving musical style and lyrical depth.
As she continues to grow both on and off the stage, Gracie Abrams remains grounded, crediting her journey to the influence of artists like Swift and the continuous desire to learn. With her heartfelt lyrics and ever-deepening sound, Abrams is carving out her own unique space in the music industry—one song at a time.