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When Carlie Hanson was dropped from her first record label, she had two choices: dwell on the disappointment or use it as fuel to create something meaningful. She chose the latter, and the result is too late to cry, a powerful EP that showcases her growth as an artist and individual.
“The title of the project says it all,” Hanson shares. “I couldn’t sit around and feel bad for myself—I had to keep going.” That sentiment is at the heart of the EP, which balances themes of heartbreak and self-reclamation.
Songs like “sinking” and “baby” reflect the initial sting of rejection, while “covering faces” flips the script into an anthem of defiance. The sonic landscape of the EP mirrors this emotional arc—starting off with moody, introspective production and gradually shifting into something more expansive and liberating.
By the time the final track, “portland,” plays, there’s a sense of catharsis. Hanson has turned her struggles into a soundtrack of resilience, proving that sometimes, setbacks can be the best creative fuel.
