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Christina Perri Marks Mother's Day With New Music She Calls a "Love Letter to Moms"

Just in time for Mother's Day, Christina Perri exclusively announced new details about her upcoming album, which features a personal song about "moms having a hard time."

By Mike Vulpo May 06, 2022 4:00 AMTags
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This Mother's Day weekend, Christina Perri is celebrating with the gift of music.

On May 6, the 35-year-old released a new song. Plus, she officially announced her highly anticipated upcoming album, A Lighter Shade of Blue

Titled "Mothers," the track features Christina's 3-year-old daughter Carmella, as well as an important message for old and new fans alike.

"I wrote this song with my dear friend Amy Wadge as a bit of a love letter to moms having a hard time," Christina exclusively shared with E! News. "I was one of those moms when I had my daughter, Carmella. There are so many things you can't prepare for and your heart feels like it breaks over and over and over. We get so, so strong, but for a little while, we are very fragile. This is a song just for those mamas. I want them to feel seen and held, especially on Mother's Day."

"Mothers" will be featured on Christina's third studio album, due out June 24. The singer describes her latest project, which debuts nearly nine years since the release of Head or Heart in 2013, as her most emotional work yet.

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"It also tells the stories of the most pain and joy I've ever experienced, so it makes sense that its overflowing with every feeling there is," she said. "Sonically, it's my favorite too because it was written, produced, engineered and performed by all women! The vibe and warmth of this album is unlike anything else I've ever made, but it should break your heart just like I always have!"

Back in November 2020, Christina announced the loss of her baby girl. At the time, the "A Thousand Years" singer shared the heartbreaking news with her social media followers, writing, "She was born silent after fighting so hard to make it to our world. She is at peace now and will live forever in our hearts." 

Since then, Christina has been privately healing with her husband, Paul Costabile, and Carmella. 

While her life has been filled with highs and lows, Christina remains thankful for the support of fans and family members. And nearly 10 years after the release of her hit song "Jar of Hearts," Christina remains grateful that she can express herself through music. 

"Because of that song, experience and journey, all of my dreams have come true!" she said. "My biggest dream of all being my family and babies. When I lay my head down at night, I know it all started with that one song, and I am grateful."

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