Nashville-based singer-songwriter Erath Old introduces 'After You' as the initial release among 26 anticipated tracks in 2024. In this emotionally charged acoustic rendition, Erath paints a vivid portrayal of a relationship teetering on the edge, where one person tirelessly pursues the other despite overwhelming odds. The haunting beauty of 'After You' lies in its depiction of love's complexities — the unspoken pleas, relentless chase, and yearning for reconciliation. It speaks volumes about love's resilience and the unwavering pursuit of a cherished connection. Inspired by Erath’s personal struggles, it's a narrative that deeply resonates with anyone who's grappled with the fragility of love and the fervent desire to salvage what's slipping away. 'After You' finds its place among songs that celebrate raw emotions, heartache, and the intricate dance between holding on and letting go. It's a perfect fit for playlists focusing on acoustic ballads, love's complexities, and soul-stirring storytelling.
“I almost didn’t release this song! I wrote it after my ex wife left… It was during a time where I was fighting with addiction. I was hurting for obvious reasons but also, I was struggling with an ongoing internal battle with not feeling enough. I was depressed long before she left and long before we met. So I latched on and desperately held on out of pride… It was only after getting sober that I realized I was strangling the relationship. It’s not about who is right or wrong but more about, if what we are doing is an act of love vs desperation.” ~Erath
LYRICS:
I search you for the answers
Your eyes don't wanna give
I hold on like a cancer
Without you I can't live
I run after you, I run after you
I try to bring you flowers
You walk out without a kiss
I pace the floor for hours
I can't let you go like this
I run after you, I run after you
Yeah, I run after you
After everything that's true
Yeah, I run after you
After everything that we've been through
I run after you
I try to keep up with you
You turn away too fast
So, tell me honey what can I do
To show you love and make it last
I run after you, I run after you
Yeah, I run after you
After everything that's true
Yeah, I run after you
After everything that we've been through
I run after you
written by Erath Old - BMI, copyright protected EOM, INC