With a signature blend of raw soul and vintage grit, Courtney Hadwin has once again proven why she’s one of the most captivating vocalists of her generation.
The 20-year-old breakout star, known for her bluesy edge and powerhouse delivery, just sent shockwaves across social media with a live teaser of her upcoming single “Die and Stay Pretty” and fans can’t stop talking about it.
In a simple one-shot video, Hadwin stares into the screen and delivers a stripped-back performance that feels anything but small. No flashy production. No studio tricks. Just a voice—piercing, emotional, and already radio-ready.
The response? Immediate and electric.
Fans flooded the comments with praise, calling the teaser “haunting,” “addictive,” and “better than the studio version.” The clip, already making waves online, serves as an early preview of her debut album “Little Miss Jagged”, expected this September.
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A New Era of Courtney Hadwin Begins
“Die and Stay Pretty” is more than just a teaser—it’s a declaration. Backed by Grammy-winning producer Kevin Bowe, Hadwin is shaping a sound that’s impossible to box in.
The upcoming single builds on the bold momentum of “D.N.A.,” her recent funk-infused reintroduction and takes it one step further with vulnerable, deeply personal lyrics.
“It was the first time I was completely honest with myself and opened up fully through music,” Hadwin recently shared.
That honesty cuts through in every note of the teaser. The minimal arrangement lets her voice do all the heavy lifting and it does. From soft vulnerability to explosive soul, Hadwin delivers an emotional arc that feels like a slow-burning fire you don’t want to put out.
This performance marks a major milestone in a career that’s been anything but conventional. After rising to fame at 13 with her unforgettable America’s Got Talent audition, Hadwin made the rare decision to pause and find her voice on her own terms. Now, the wait is over and the payoff is crystal clear.
If “Die and Stay Pretty” is any indication of what’s coming, Little Miss Jagged might just be one of 2025’s most anticipated albums.
