Released on August 8th, 2025, Need Her by Darrian Gerard is a cinematic alt-pop track that hits with both emotional weight and sonic energy. Rooted in the painful yet universal experience of outgrowing friendships, the song captures that bittersweet turning point when someone decides to move on — not because of conflict, but because life’s paths are pulling in different directions.
From the first verse, Gerard’s bold, heartfelt vocals immediately pull you into the story. The lyrics are vivid and intimate, walking the line between vulnerability and empowerment. The chorus lands like a punch to the chest, delivering a melodic hook that lingers long after the song ends. It’s a sound that feels fresh yet familiar — a perfect blend of raw emotion and polished alt-pop production.
Need Her isn’t about dramatic breakups or messy betrayals. It’s about something quieter, and in many ways, more painful — realizing that you and someone you care about are no longer walking the same path. Gerard sings from a place of honesty about the choices we make in chasing dreams, and how those choices sometimes mean leaving people behind.
That emotional nuance is what makes the track so resonant. Even if you’ve never lost a friend in this exact way, the feelings — grief, nostalgia, acceptance — are instantly relatable. Whether you’ve been left behind or been the one to leave, Gerard’s lyrics make you feel the weight of that moment.
This release marks a milestone for Gerard, as it’s the first time they’ve stepped back from self-producing and handed the reins to Kayla Diamond, who also co-wrote the track. The partnership pays off. Diamond’s production style amplifies Gerard’s storytelling, creating a high-energy backdrop that still leaves room for emotion to breathe.
The sound draws from Halsey’s atmospheric pop, Avril Lavigne’s early 2000s edge, and the emotional punch of Alanis Morissette — with a touch of blink-182’s urgency woven into the rhythm. It’s dynamic yet deeply personal, giving the track both radio appeal and emotional depth.
Fresh off the release, Gerard will be opening for Nickelback on August 9th, 2025 at the Laketown Amphitheatre — a major stage for an artist whose career is clearly gaining momentum. Need Her feels like the perfect song to showcase in a live setting, with its soaring chorus and relatable message likely to connect with audiences in a big way.
With Need Her, Darrian Gerard delivers more than just a song — they deliver an emotional snapshot of a life moment we don’t often talk about in pop music. It’s about growth, loss, and the quiet courage it takes to step into a new version of yourself, even if it means walking away from the familiar.
It’s bold yet vulnerable, polished yet personal — and it marks Gerard not only as an artist to watch, but as a voice capable of telling stories that linger long after the last note fades.
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