Colleen releases first new single of the new year
With a reputation of being a notable songwriter with an iconic-sounding, impeccably strong voice, Allie Colleen has announced “While We’re Still Friends” featuring Lee Brice as her first release of the new year. The honest and sincere single, with lyrics full of raw emotion, was co-written by both artists and Sara Brice.
While we’re still friends is that realization that the relationship you’re in is not going anywhere. The song creates a space for the characters to call it quits before they start to resent one another— before things get bad before the papers are filed, before the tough decisions have to be made.
“For me as a writer, this song was written looking at my marriage and the beautiful season about to end. I hope the listeners find comfort in knowing the absolute bravery required to make the best decisions for themselves and for the best of both partners. I hope this song creates a safe space to feel and reflect,” Colleen shares. “As a songwriter, sometimes I find it hard to understand when writing about myself or creating a narrative using other characters. This song was a ‘punch in the gut’ reality check for me. What started as a co-writer’s idea turned into years of unspoken anxiety and repressed honesty about the relationship I had found myself in. This song in its own way shattered my world and in another way saved my life.”
The song was co-produced by Allie, Brice and Jerrod Niemann.
“Simply said…Allie was made for this. She is authentic to her core regardless of circumstance and in this world we live in right now, that is a tough thing to do and a refreshing quality to find. When Allie, Sara and I first sat down to write this song, I immediately saw that Allie takes on the good, the bad and the ugly in her songwriting. It’s never an easy thing to put your personal life into a song the world will hear and I applaud Allie for challenging herself to go there so honestly,” states Brice. “The way she plays, her effortless singing, her God-given ability to connect with people – this song has it all. It is an arrow through the heart and Allie delivers it exactly how it’s supposed to be and only the way she could. I am truly honored to be a small part of such a big talent.”
Niemman adds, “I love everything about Allie as a friend and just a great person. It all reflects in her music well beyond her years. She makes music straight from the soul. Working with her and Lee Brice in the studio was truly one of my most memorable moments in Nashville. We had such an amazing experience helping her bring her vision to life and to her fans. I am in her corner and cannot wait to hear all her great music to come.”
Allie Colleen is a country artist, singer, and songwriter who recently released her well-received debut album, Stones. Her music style defines how life shaped her, alongside her lyrics and transparency in her vocals and performance. Allie Colleen is no stranger to the music industry. A passion for singing and songwriting since a young age has garnered her a reputation of being a notable songwriter with an iconic-sounding voice. Her impeccably strong voice with hints of timeless tradition falls between classic and emerging country sounds. The room never fails to silence as Allie Colleen begins to sing about the layers of love and heartbreak that have shaped her. Her newest songs bring witty lyrics and an emotional connection to the song.
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