Singer-songwriter Hannah Rand announces the release of her new single, “abandonment issues,” a deeply personal yet relatable track that captures the fear of being fully seen, the fear of being abandoned for being who you are, and the fear of abandoning yourself. Known for her intimate storytelling, emotionally present voice and softly immersive sound, Rand carves out space for vulnerability—turning her gaze toward the residue we carry from past relationships and the ways it shapes how we hold (or withhold) our truth and our hearts.
“abandonment issues” unfolds gently, anchored by the acoustic simplicity of a rubber bridge guitar and wrapped in discreetly massive production. Soft, layered vocals float over subtle electronic textures, creating a soundscape that feels both organic and expansive. The result is something that plays in the space between a quiet confessional folk song and a hooky pop song you can’t stop singing.
Lyrically, the track is candid, unguarded, and incredibly relatable, articulating a feeling many listeners will recognize but rarely hear named so plainly. It isn’t about wallowing in self-pity, though, or playing the drama queen. Instead, it’s chock-full of truth-telling, delivered with tons of self-awareness and a hint of a wry smile.
Sonically, “Abandonment Issues” sits at the intersection of indie-folk and alt-pop. Co-produced by Will Honaker and Rand herself in Nashville,TN, it features some great Nashville musicians, Dan Knobler (guitar) and Jamie Dick (drums/percussion) as well as Honaker on all other instruments.
Hannah Rand’s “abandonment issues” doesn’t demand attention; it earns it, inviting listeners into a place that’s heartbreakingly real and also, amazingly, leaves you feeling seen, comforted, and less alone.
“abandonment issues” is available now on all major streaming platforms.
Find it here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/hannahrand/abandonment-issues
About Hannah Rand
Hannah Rand is a singer-songwriter who grew up in Chicago, singing in church with her musician dad, making music with family and friends throughout high school, including recording a version of the song, “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” that got picked up for holiday episodes of Pretty Little Liars and Virgin River. She started writing original songs at 13 and at 17 won a teen Grammy from the Grammy Foundation before migrating to Nashville to earn a degree in music from Belmont University. This is the first release from her 5-song EP 'Late 20s Life Crisis', a collection that perfectly captures the uncertainty and emotional trauma of navigating relationships, heartbreak, and self-doubt in your 20s, and ultimately, finding yourself with a few rays of hope.
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