Ann Gray - The Half of It (2023) Hi-Res

“Sorry Excuse” is a melancholy ballad consisting of vulnerable lyrics and an ethereal production. The track starts with the acoustic guitar setting the tone of the song. Gray utilizes fingerpicking to create a soothing melody before she kicks off the verse with the heartbreaking lyrics. Throughout the song, the listener is blown away by her harmonizing vocals that enhance the heavenly atmosphere of the track. The combination of the emotional storytelling and Gray’s airy voice creates a tear-jerking effect on the listener and sends chills throughout their entire body. “Sorry Excuse” is the epitome of a sad-girl indie-folk ballad, perfect for rainy winter days. Gray solidifies her impeccable artistry with the track, creating a song that will be on everyone’s favorite playlists.

Ann Gray is a 16-year-old singer-songwriter from Norfolk, Virginia. When the global pandemic hit, she turned to social media to share her music by posting on Instagram, doing livestreams, and performing for virtual music festivals and open mics. In July 2021, she released her debut EP, Foolish, which consisted of 6 original tracks. After releasing several more singles, Gray took a break from releasing solo music, and released an EP with her cousin, Viv Golpira, under band name Times New Roman. The EP, entitled Calibri, consisted of 5 original tracks written by the duo. Currently, Gray is promoting her solo music with “Sorry Excuse” being her latest single from her upcoming album, The Half Of It.