Isabelle Gitlin's latest single, Long & Gone, hits you like a lightning bolt. Following the success of her debut, For Tonight, Isabelle is back with a gut-wrenching yet stunningly poetic breakup anthem that proves she's an artist with staying power. Blending pop, country, and soft rock elements, she crafts a song that doesn't just tell a story. It pulls you into it.
"Long & Gone" feels like a late-night confession whispered in the quiet of heartbreak. Isabelle's vocals are rich with emotion, teetering between vulnerability and strength, making every lyric hit like a bittersweet memory. Co-written with her friend Talitha, "Long & Gone" captures the raw ache of wanting someone who will never be yours. It's not just about loss. It's about the kind of longing that lingers.
Long & Gone is a masterclass in blending influences. There's the soulful depth of SZA, the effortless range of Mariah Carey, and the smoky, powerful delivery reminiscent of Miley Cyrus. Yet, Isabelle never imitates. She makes it entirely her own, proving she's creating a unique space in the music world.
What makes "Long & Gone" unforgettable isn't just its lush production or Isabelle's captivating voice. It's the truth woven into every lyric. "It's challenging to sit in that pain, especially when there's nobody to blame," she shares. And that's precisely what makes Long & Gone so powerful—it's heartbreak without anger, just pure, unfiltered emotion.
If you've ever had a love slip through your fingers, "Long & Gone" will feel like it was written just for you.