Charlie Puth is expressing his heartfelt gratitude to Taylor Swift as he gears up for his upcoming single release.
After being name-dropped in the title track of her latest album The Tortured Poets Department, the 32-year-old musician shared a message on social media to express his appreciation and discuss his new single.
In the song, Taylor gives Charlie a shout-out, saying, “We declared Charlie Puth should be a bigger artist.”
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Discussing his forthcoming song “Hero,” from his next album, Charlie opened up about its personal significance and credited Taylor for giving him the confidence to release something quite unexpected from his usual style.
“My new song HERO is about watching someone you love self-destruct and jeopardize the good things in their life. You want to help them, but you just can’t,” shared Charlie on Instagram. “It’s one of my most challenging compositions to date. However, I penned it hoping that if you’ve experienced anything like this, the song could resonate with you. My forthcoming album, especially ‘HERO,’ is something I’m thrilled to present, as it’s a strong indicator of the musical direction I’m heading in.”
“Releasing a song this unique from my usual repertoire felt daunting, but receiving @taylorswift’s indirect encouragement reminded me that it shouldn’t remain unreleased. ‘HERO’ will be available on May 24th along with the single’s artwork. Immense gratitude goes out to all my fans – your support is invaluable to me…” he added.
View the “Hero” single artwork HERE!
Previously, Charlie subtly acknowledged being mentioned by Taylor, and has since shared his thoughts on the “really crazy” weeks following the release of ‘TTPD’.
Listen to a snippet of “Hero” below…
FAQs About Charlie Puth and Taylor Swift’s Collaboration:
- What did Taylor Swift say about Charlie Puth in her song?
In the title track of ‘The Tortured Poets Department,’ Taylor sings “We declared Charlie Puth should be a bigger artist.” - How did Charlie Puth respond to Taylor Swift’s mention?
Charlie took to social media to express his gratitude and thank Taylor Swift for the inspiration, acknowledging her indirect encouragement to release his music. - What is Charlie Puth’s new single “Hero” about?
“Hero” touches on the theme of witnessing a loved one in self-destructive behavior, unable to intervene. Charlie Puth described it as one of his hardest songs to write. - When will “Hero” be released?
Charlie Puth’s “Hero” is set to release on May 24th alongside its single artwork.
Conclusion:
In the wake of a flattering mention by Taylor Swift in her album ‘TTPD,’ Charlie Puth has expressed his appreciation and utilized the moment to share his vulnerability through the upcoming single “Hero.” Puth’s fans eagerly anticipate the release, curious to experience the new musical direction he promises with this release, inspired by Swift’s own authentic approach to music. The camaraderie and support between these two established artists highlight the beauty of mutual inspiration in the music industry.