With an unmistakable ache in his voice and piano keys that sound like whispered memories, Anson Seabra returns with his second single of the year, “Haunt Me”. A raw, introspective track that perfectly captures the emotional aftermath of a relationship that once burned bright and now refuses to die quietly.
Anson Seabra, a Kansas City native, has carved out a unique space in the indie-pop and singer-songwriter landscape. Blending confessional lyrics with gentle piano melodies, his music has long served as a balm for listeners navigating heartbreak, mental health struggles, and growing pains. His breakout moment came with the viral success of “Welcome to Wonderland” in 2018. A whimsical yet melancholic exploration of escapism that quickly established Seabra as a go-to artist for emotionally resonant bedroom pop.
But his journey into music wasn’t straightforward. Seabra began playing piano at just six years old and spent his younger years juggling music and academics. After earning a computer science degree and working as a software engineer, he eventually decided to pursue music full-time. Since then, he’s become known for turning late-night feelings into beautifully produced songs that sound like they were written just for you. Especially if you’ve ever found yourself staring at the ceiling at 2 a.m. with earbuds in and the weight of the world on your chest.
“Haunt Me” fits perfectly into that lineage. The track tells the story of a love that’s ended, but not emotionally over. In the lyrics, Seabra returns again and again to the image of a ghost. A kind that stays behind after the final goodbye: “You haunt me every night / Haunt me every time / I think I am fine / Then you’re right there, it’s a nightmare.”
The production feels slightly more upbeat than some of his previous releases, but the content remains as heartbreaking as ever. There’s a subtle juxtaposition between the song’s pacing and its subject matter; a sonic push-and-pull that mirrors the emotional whiplash of trying to move on while still being emotionally tethered to someone.
What makes the song even more compelling is Seabra’s ability to take accountability within the narrative. In the pre-chorus, he sings: “’Cause I was a boy playing a grown-up / And you were a girl hopelessly in love / And I was afraid of letting you see me / So I ran away ’cause running is easy.” It’s a quiet, devastating confession that gives the song an added emotional depth. This isn’t just about loss; it’s about regret, self-awareness, and the weight of knowing you were the one who walked away.
Fans of Lauv, Jeremy Zucker, and even early Ed Sheeran will likely find themselves drawn to this track. But “Haunt Me” is unmistakably Seabra: honest, aching, and melodic in a way that feels timeless. It’s not just a song you listen to once. It’s a song that finds a place in your memory, echoing back when you least expect it.
Personally, as someone who’s had Seabra’s music in my earbuds during some of my lowest points, this release feels like a gift. He has a way of making you feel seen in your sadness, like he’s writing directly to the quietest part of your heart. “Haunt Me” may describe a love that lingers painfully, but it also feels like a familiar companion. One that holds space for your grief without judgment.
Whether you’re discovering Anson Seabra for the first time or you’ve been following him since Songs I Wrote in My Bedroom, this new single reminds us exactly why his music resonates so deeply. “Haunt Me” isn’t just about being haunted by someone else… It’s about the ghosts we carry inside ourselves, the ones we try to outrun, and the ones that keep showing up when the world goes quiet.
If you’re not ready to move on, or even if you are, this song might follow you for a while. And honestly? That’s what makes it beautiful.
