Gracie Abrams X Bon Iver X Aaron Dessner, Charity Single 'Sold Out' Released for Victims of Gun Violence

American singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams has announced a special charity single for victims of gun violence in collaboration with indie folk master Bon Iver (Justin Vernon) and top producer Aaron Dessner.

According to reports from The Line of Best Fit and other media on the 24th (local time), they unexpectedly released their collaborative single 'Sold Out' on various streaming platforms on this Christmas Eve.

◆ "Tickets are sold out, conscience is sold out"... The resonance of a double entendre title

The new song 'Sold Out' delivers a heavy message right from its title. On the surface, it evokes the image of concert tickets for top stars like Gracie Abrams being 'sold out', but within the lyrics, it contains a critical metaphor that politicians who have sold their conscience to gun lobby groups are 'sold out'.

Against the backdrop of Aaron Dessner's delicate piano melodies, Gracie Abrams' compelling voice and Bon Iver's dreamy chorus come together to lyrically express the grief and anger of losing a loved one to gun violence.

◆ All proceeds donated... "A song for change"

The three artists plan to donate all proceeds from this single to American gun control advocacy group 'Everytown for Gun Safety'. Gracie Abrams stated on social media, "Music is the most powerful healing tool and weapon we have," adding, "It is an honor to raise our voices on this important issue with Aaron and Justin. I hope there will be no more innocent victims."

◆ A 'super collaboration' transcending generations and genres

This project was centered around Aaron Dessner, known for producing artists like Taylor Swift and The National. He connected Gracie Abrams and Bon Iver, who have consistently spoken out on social issues, to make this project happen. The meeting of an emotional singer-songwriter representing Generation Z and a living legend of the indie scene has garnered a passionate response from music fans.

On Christmas, a time to talk about peace and love, the song 'Sold Out', dreaming of a world without gunfire, resonates deeply with listeners around the globe.