Gracie Abrams is opening up like never before about her relationship with actor Paul Mescal. During a recent appearance on The New York Times podcast Popcast, the singer offered a rare glimpse into the private life they have built together .

Abrams, 26, confirmed that Mescal, 30, co-wrote a track called “Imaginary Friend” for her upcoming album, Daughter From Hell. She described the collaboration as a natural and joyful experience, noting that it was not a monumental shift for them but simply an extension of their creative home life . “That was so fun to write together,” she said, adding that their household is filled with creativity and supportive friends .

While the couple has been together for roughly two years, they have largely kept their romance out of the spotlight, only making their red carpet debut at the BAFTAs earlier this year . However, Abrams explained that she is tired of feeling like she needs to conceal such an important part of her life.

“I don't like the feeling of hiding,” she told the podcast hosts. She clarified that while she deeply values privacy, she also wants to be authentic about her happiness . She described Mescal as a source of “peace and joy,” though she maintains that her relationship is not an “open-door policy” for public consumption .

The singer also addressed online criticism and public scrutiny, revealing a pragmatic approach to handling the noise. “I always try to assume the absolute worst-case scenario of everything, and then anything else is pleasant,” she explained. She believes that the genuine happiness derived from her experiences cannot be tarnished by outside negativity .

These candid remarks follow her recent Vogue cover story, where she admitted that the stability of her relationship initially caused her anxiety regarding her songwriting. She worried that feeling secure might diminish her creative drive. Ultimately, she learned through collaboration to mine deeper emotions, channeling her current contentment into her new music . Daughter From Hell is set for release on July 17 .