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20 July 2026 · The Guardian

Gracie Abrams' New Album Review

Gracie Abrams' third album, Daughter from Hell, features emotional themes and a mix of influences, but some critics find it lacking depth.

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Gracie Abrams' third album, Daughter from Hell, explores themes of emotional pain and teenage rebellion. The album includes 16 tracks filled with dramatic imagery, but critics note a contrast between the dark themes and the light, pretty sound. While Abrams has pop music, some feel her work may appeal more to younger audiences.

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Key vocabulary

  • melodrama

    an exaggerated emotional response

    “The movie was full of melodrama, making the characters seem overly emotional.”

  • saccharine

    excessively sweet or sentimental

    “The film's saccharine ending left some viewers feeling unsatisfied.”

  • poetic licence

    freedom to create or alter facts for artistic effect

    “The author took poetic licence in the story, changing historical events for drama.”

  • influence

    the power to affect someone or something

    “Her influence on the younger musicians is evident in their lyrics.”

  • dissonance

    lack of harmony or agreement

    “There was a dissonance between the cheerful music and the sad lyrics.”

Quick quiz

01What is the title of Gracie Abrams' third album?

02Which artist did Gracie Abrams support on tour?

03What is a common theme in Abrams' music according to the review?

04What do critics say about the sound of the album?

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Discussion

How do you think music reflects the emotions of different age groups?