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Gracie Abrams and Cyndi Lauper Bond Over Music

10/17/2025

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Gracie Abrams and Cyndi Lauper recently discussed music and inspiration, with Lauper revealing that Abrams' song "I Know It Won’t Work" made her cry.
Abrams praised Lauper for her creative control throughout her career, highlighting her influence as a longtime fan.
This conversation followed Abrams' successful tour for her album "The Secret of Us," which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard 200.
Abrams is currently in the studio working on her next record but feels uncertain about its direction.
Lauper encouraged Abrams, stating that inspiration will come in time.

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Gracie Abrams and Cyndi Lauper recently discussed music and inspiration, with Lauper revealing that Abrams' song "I Know It Won’t Work" made her cry.
Abrams praised Lauper for her creative control throughout her career, highlighting her influence as a longtime fan.
This conversation followed Abrams' successful tour for her album "The Secret of Us," which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard 200.
Abrams is currently in the studio working on her next record but feels uncertain about its direction.
Lauper encouraged Abrams, stating that inspiration will come in time.