Gracie Abrams aims for first No. 1 on U.K. chart with ‘The Secret of Us’

Gracie Abrams, the rising singer-songwriter from California, is on the verge of achieving her first No. 1 album on the Official U.K. Albums Chart with her latest release, The Secret of Us. The heartfelt and introspective songs on her second studio effort have struck a chord with U.K. fans, paving the way for her to clinch the No. 1 spot.

Leading the pack with a significant lead over her closest competitor, Taylor Swift, Gracie Abrams is dominating the charts with her latest album. Incidentally, Taylor Swift also features on a track titled “us” from Abrams’ new album, adding to the excitement surrounding her skyrocketing success.

The Secret of Us, released under Interscope Records, follows Abrams’ debut album, Good Riddance, which peaked at No. 3 last year. The album’s lead single, “Close To You,” marked Abrams’ first entry into the U.K. Top 40 charts, reaching No. 35 and setting the stage for her current triumph.

Accompanied by a collaboration with Taylor Swift, which dropped on June 21 alongside the 13-track album, Gracie Abrams shared a behind-the-scenes video on Instagram. The video captures the duo playfully crafting their collaborative piece, showcasing the bond formed during the creative process.

Not only did their collaboration lead to musical success, but it also resulted in a hilarious moment as Swift extinguished an apartment fire in the video shared by Abrams. This glimpse into their unconventional recording session added a touch of fun and spontaneity to their journey towards the top of the charts.

As Taylor Swift wraps up her performances at London’s Wembley Stadium as part of The Eras Tour, her previous chart-topping albums continue to make waves in the U.K. top 40 midweek, showcasing the enduring popularity of her music.

Alongside Gracie Abrams’ imminent No. 1 debut, other notable entries on the chart include The Mysterines with their album Afraid of Tomorrow aiming for a No. 3 debut, Charli XCX’s BRAT maintaining its top 5 position, and Chappell Roan’s The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess climbing towards the top 10.

Further down the list, Avril Lavigne’s Greatest Hits is poised for a Top 20 entry, while Ed Sheeran’s reissued X album could make a return to the charts in honor of its 10th anniversary. Jethro Tull’s Bursting Out is anticipated to add to their impressive tally of U.K. Top 40 albums.

In addition, Joe Bonamassa, Kate Nash, and The Story So Far are all expected to make significant chart appearances with their latest releases, highlighting the diverse range of musical talents vying for the spotlight in the U.K. music scene.