Emerging Boston-based singer-songwriter Abby Hayes will release her debut single, “i wish i left sooner,” in late May 2026. Blending intimate bedroom pop with indie sensibilities, Hayes delivers a deeply personal introduction defined by emotional honesty and lyrical clarity.
Inspired by artists like Gracie Abrams and Lizzy McAlpine, Hayes began writing songs while teaching herself guitar just before her senior year of high school. What started as a creative challenge quickly evolved into a way of processing real-life experiences, shaping the vulnerable and honest sound that defines her music.
Apple Music link: https://music.apple.com/us/album/i-wish-i-left-sooner-single/1895163939
Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/album/3WIhgkBdSoAoIvMQFOD78j
“i wish i left sooner” was written and recorded by Hayes in collaboration with producer Réy Coleman. The song explores the emotional weight of staying in a relationship beyond its breaking point, capturing the moment of clarity that often comes too late.
With lines like “I wish I left sooner / I wish I left you behind,” Hayes taps into a universal feeling of hindsight and heartbreak, delivering a debut that resonates with listeners navigating similar experiences. The single will be available on all major streaming platforms in late May 2026.
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