“if daddy says no,” New Music & Her Next Album | Harper Grace
Harper Grace is back on Heart of the Gulch—and she's bringing plenty of stories with her.
The returning guest and friend of the show joined host Tony Mendoza to talk about her latest single “if daddy says no,” the relationship stories inspiring her songwriting, and the new music shaping the next chapter of her pop-country career.
Harper Grace discusses “if daddy says no,” relationship stories and the new music shaping the next chapter of her pop-country career.
The Story Behind “if daddy says no”
Harper dives into the real-life inspiration behind “if daddy says no” and why the song has connected with listeners navigating relationships and major life decisions.
Her willingness to pull directly from her own experiences has become an important part of her songwriting.
For Harper, sometimes making great music means being willing to put your life on blast.
Red Flags & Fan Confessions
Heart of the Gulch host Tony Mendoza catches up with returning guest Harper Grace about songwriting, relationships and her evolving sound.
Of course, Harper isn't the only one with stories.
We get into some of the memorable relationship “red flags” fans have shared through her hotline and the wild situations people have trusted her with.
Those stories fit naturally into an artist whose music isn't afraid to explore relationships, heartbreak and everything people probably wish they'd noticed a little sooner.
“take it to the grave” & “under my skin”
Harper also gives us a look at what's coming next.
We discuss songs including “take it to the grave” and “under my skin,” along with the creative direction behind her evolving sound.
After a year of personal and artistic growth, she's continuing to figure out exactly what she wants this next body of work to say.
Harper Grace talks about “take it to the grave,” “under my skin” and the personal stories inspiring her upcoming music.
Looking Back at “Oh Say Can You See”
The conversation also revisits Harper's powerful 2023 release “Oh Say Can You See” and what the experience of recording that song meant to her.
It's another side of an artist who has never been afraid to let personality, emotion and personal experiences coexist within her music.
As for exactly what's coming next?
Even Harper might tell you: “we don't know.”
But with “if daddy says no” leading the way and more new music taking shape, Harper Grace is giving fans plenty of reasons to stick around for whatever comes next.
Watch Harper Grace on Heart of the Gulch
Watch the full Harper Grace interview as she joins Tony Mendoza to discuss “if daddy says no,” “take it to the grave,” “under my skin,” relationship red flags, songwriting and what's ahead for her new music.
Tony Mendoza is the Nashville-based host and creator of Heart of the Gulch, featuring conversations with country artists, songwriters and personalities from Nashville and beyond.
