Gracie Abrams

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Gracie Abrams
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Abrams in March 2022
Born Gracie Madigan Abrams[1]
(1999-09-07) September 7, 1999 (age 24)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Education Barnard College
Occupation Singer-songwriter
Years active 2019–present
Height 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)
Parents
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Musical career
Genres Bedroom pop[2]
Instruments
Labels Interscope
Associated acts Benny Blanco
Website www.gracieabrams.com

Gracie Madigan Abrams (born September 7, 1999) is an American singer-songwriter. Her debut EP, Minor, was released on July 14, 2020, through Interscope Records.[3] Her second EP, This Is What It Feels Like, was released on November 12, 2021, with singles “Feels Like” and “Rockland”.[4]

Early life and education

Born and raised in Los Angeles County, California, Abrams is the daughter of J. J. Abrams, a film director, and Katie McGrath, a film and television producer.[5] She has two brothers, Henry and August.[6] She became interested in music at a young age. She attended The Archer School for Girls.[7] After graduating high school in 2018, Abrams studied international relations at Barnard College but took a break after her freshman year to focus on music.[8] Her father's family is Jewish, while her mother's background is Irish Catholic.[9]

Career

In October 2019, Abrams released her debut single, "Mean It", under Interscope Records.[10]

On July 14, 2020, Abrams released her debut EP, Minor.[11] The EP was supported by several singles, including "I miss you, I'm sorry" and "Friend".[12]

On March 24, 2021, Abrams released a new single with Benny Blanco titled "Unlearn". The single is part of Blanco's album Friends Keep Secrets 2.[13]

On May 7, 2021, Abrams released the single "Mess It Up" along with its music video.[14] In October 2021, Abrams released her single "Feels Like" which followed with the music video.[15] This was followed by her release of a new song titled "Rockland", which was created with Aaron Dessner.[16]

On November 1, 2021, Abrams announced her second commercial project This Is What It Feels Like. The project was released on November 12, 2021.[17] The project includes the preceding singles "Feels Like" and "Rockland".[18] In 2022, Abrams began touring with Olivia Rodrigo as the supporting act for her Sour Tour.[19] In April, she released the single "Block Me Out".[20]

Artistry and reception

Abrams has cited Joni Mitchell, Simon & Garfunkel, Elvis Costello, Bon Iver, Elliott Smith, Kate Bush, the 1975, James Blake, Taylor Swift, Lorde, and Phoebe Bridgers as her musical influences.[21][22][7]

Swift, Bridgers, Lorde, Post Malone, Billie Eilish and Olivia Rodrigo each expressed their admiration for Abrams.[23][24][25]

Discography

Studio albums

Title EP details
This Is What It Feels Like

Extended plays

List of extended plays, with release date and label shown
Title EP details
Minor
  • Released: July 14, 2020
  • Label: Interscope
  • Formats: LP, digital download, streaming

Singles

List of singles, with year released, selected chart positions, and album name shown
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
NZ
Hot
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"Mean It" 2019 — Non-album singles
"Stay" —
"21" 2020 — Minor
"I Miss You, I'm Sorry" —
"Long Sleeves" —
"Friend" —
"Brush Fire" — Non-album single
"Unlearn"
(with Benny Blanco)		 2021 — Friends Keep Secrets 2
"Mess It Up" — Non-album single
"Feels Like" 37[27] This Is What It Feels Like
"Rockland" —
"Block Me Out" 2022 TBA

Tours

Headlining

  • I've missed you, I'm sorry Tour (2021)
  • This Is What It Feels Like Tour (2022)

Supporting

References

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