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William Locks unveils one of his most vulnerable and personal songs to date with the release of “If I could say,” out now on all digital platforms. The single carries a powerful emotional weight as it stems from a story the artist has held close for years, a story of loss, regret, growth, and the painful truth that some words can never be spoken again.
“If I could say” was inspired by William’s past relationship with his ex-girlfriend, whose life was tragically taken in a car accident many years ago. At the time, William admits he was “an asshole,” a younger version of himself who struggled with character, communication, and emotional maturity. It was only years after the accident, long after he began changing and growing, that he understood the full impact of what he had lost. With that realisation came the heartbreaking truth: he would never be able to say “I’m sorry” to her in person.
That moment stayed with him, and eventually, it became the seed that grew into “If I could say.” The song was written years after he first faced that regret, and only now, two years later, has he found the courage to share it with the world. The track was recorded in a small makeshift studio in his own living room, giving the final version a raw, intimate, and honest sound that reflects exactly where the story comes from, a very real place in his heart.
For William Locks, releasing this single marks a moment of closure after years of carrying a quiet emotional burden. He hopes the song offers comfort to anyone who has faced something similar. “Tomorrow is not a certainty. Make peace before you go to sleep,” he says, summing up the message he hopes listeners will walk away with.
With deep, heartfelt lyrics and a unique sound shaped by real life and raw emotion, William Locks continues to carve out a place for himself in the music world. His work is rooted in authenticity, shaped by personal experience, and driven by a desire to connect with listeners in honest, meaningful ways. “If I could say” stands as one of his most significant releases so far, not only for what it represents in his own healing, but also for those who recognise themselves in his story and perhaps need a reminder that they are not alone.
William adds, “Personally, for me, it’s some closure of it all to share this. For the people who listen and recognise this feeling, I hope you’ve found peace with it.”
“If I could say” is now available worldwide.
Listen here: open.spotify.com/track/13qiPfy