As anticipation builds for his latest single release, Charlie Puth is taking a moment to express gratitude to Taylor Swift, who has played an unexpected role in his creative journey.
In a heartfelt social media post, the 32-year-old singer opened up about the profound impact Taylor’s mention of him in the title track of her album “The Tortured Poets Department” had on him.
“We declared Charlie Puth should be a bigger artist,” Taylor sings in the second verse, a line that struck a chord with Charlie and inspired him in unexpected ways.
Expressing his appreciation, Charlie shared his heartfelt sentiments, acknowledging Taylor’s influence on his upcoming single, “Hero,” which is set to be featured on his next album.
“My new song HERO is about when you see someone you love hurting themselves, ruining the things in their life that are good, but you just can’t save them,” Charlie revealed on Instagram, offering insight into the emotional depth of his upcoming track.
Reflecting on the creative process behind “Hero,” Charlie confessed that it was one of the most challenging songs he has ever written. Yet, he found solace in the hope that his music could resonate with listeners who have experienced similar struggles.
As he prepares to share this deeply personal piece with the world, Charlie expressed excitement about the upcoming album, emphasizing that “Hero” serves as a compelling preview of what’s to come.
“I’ve never put out a song like this before- it’s very different for me, but I want to thank @taylorswift for letting me know musically that I just couldn’t keep this on my hard drive any longer,” Charlie acknowledged, extending his appreciation to Taylor for her musical guidance and support.
With the release of “Hero” scheduled for May 24th, Charlie’s fans eagerly await the opportunity to experience this new musical direction firsthand. As he navigates the exciting journey ahead, Charlie remains grateful to his supporters, whose unwavering dedication continues to inspire and motivate him.
Amidst the whirlwind of recent events, including Taylor’s mention of him on her album and the subsequent buzz surrounding his upcoming single, Charlie remains grounded, humbled, and immensely thankful for the support of his fans and the unexpected encouragement from his fellow artists.
