Gracie Abrams' 'The Secret of Us' Review

Gracie Abrams

22-year-old singer-songwriter Grammy nomination for Best New Artist Opened for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour Photo: Abby Waisler

The Secret of Us

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Risk

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Lack of Dimension

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Missed Potential

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Available Now

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