Colbie Caillat, the American singer-songwriter, comes back with her song “If You Love Me Let Me Go.” Included in her 2014 album “Gypsy Heart,” the true beauty in the song is picked up and magnified in this new version with American country-pop star Russell Dickerson.
This revamp of “If You Love Me Let Me Go” combines two similar but different musical worlds. Colbie’s soothing vocals blend effortlessly with Russell’s raspy, country-soaked delivery, evoking an emotional push-and-pull between love and heartbreak. The song’s intimate lyrics, written by Colbie Caillat, Jamie Scott, John Ryan, and Julian Bunetta, feel even more poignant in this duet form, emphasizing the push and pull of holding on and letting go in a relationship.
Eric Arjes and Jimmy Robbins’ production on this new version is just as strong as the song’s lyrical themes. Their careful handiwork maintains the comforts of the original but injects the sound with a feeling of urgent renewal. The sound is both polished and raw, which is precise for both artists if you can have it in one. It mixes elements of folk and pop with a hint of country.
An accompanying music video, directed by Patrick Tracy in Nashville, visually embodies the song’s emotions. Set against the backdrop of the city’s colorful streets and peaceful landscapes, the video’s cinematic narrative style enhances the song’s heartfelt narrative and brings another level of depth to the collaboration.
It is the second collaborative song she has released in 2025, following her team-up with British pop icon Gary Barlow on “If There’s Not A Song About It.” For Colbie, this continued collaboration with other artists reflects her evolution as a musician and her desire to connect with audiences everywhere and across genres. “If You Love Me Let Me Go” powerfully reminds us of the universal experience of love and its complexities, creating a powerful listening experience for fans of heartfelt music and captivating storytelling.
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