Henry Grace finds a new voice on stirring new single ‘Say Something Mean’.
Following his acclaimed debut Alive in America, singer-songwriter Henry Grace returns with Say Something Mean - a richly textured, emotionally charged single that marks a bold new chapter in his musical evolution. Where his previous work leaned into sparse Americana and acoustic intimacy, Say Something Mean introduces a full-band sound that feels both grounded and expansive, showcasing Grace’s growth as an artist and bandleader.
Co-produced with Blaine Harrison of Mystery Jets, the track is the first taste of Grace’s forthcoming album - a project born from collaboration, patience, and live experimentation. Built around the evocative hook “say something mean like it don’t mean a thing,” the song finds its emotional weight not just in Grace’s lyrics, but in the way his voice rides atop swirling guitars, steady drums, and warm basslines. The result is a track that glows with quiet urgency, channelling the melancholic energy of acts like Bonny Light Horseman and Hiss Golden Messenger.
There’s a sense of movement to Say Something Mean - not just sonically, but emotionally. Written during a period of creative recalibration, Grace took the time to test these new songs on stage, crafting a set that felt lived-in before ever entering the studio. The chemistry he’s built with his band - including Brian Love on guitar, Toby Evangelou on drums, and Tom Holder of The Heavy Heavy on bass - radiates in the recording, and Harrison’s keys subtly elevate the arrangement without overshadowing it.
Recorded live at Middle Farm Studios in Devon, the track captures the intensity and rawness of those sessions. There’s a yearning in every note - the kind that can’t be faked or forced. Instead, Grace lets the song unfold naturally, drawing listeners into the emotional push-and-pull of love, detachment, and the sting of words said (or unsaid).