Released on May 6, 2025, just ahead of Mother’s Day in the United States (which took place on May 11), Brooke Moriber’s latest single “I Still Need You” has struck an emotional chord with listeners around the world. The moving track, now available on all major streaming platforms, serves as a touching tribute to the powerful and enduring bond between mothers and their children. This acts as the follow-up to her previous single “What If I Do“.
Written alongside acclaimed songwriters Jay Knowles and Alicia Witt, whilst Fred Mollin produced the track, “I Still Need You” explores the emotional complexity of growing up and navigating an evolving relationship with a parent. The lyrics delicately unravel the internal conflict many experience when trying to find themselves while still feeling that pullback to the person who’s always been there. It reflects the tension between wanting independence and still needing the support and reassurance that only a parent can provide, all conveyed through Moriber’s heartfelt delivery and sincere songwriting.
Delving deeper into the western side of the country & western genre, “I Still Need You” captures the quiet ache of those late nights or early mornings when all you want is to hear your mother’s voice—to know she’s there and that you’re still loved. It reflects those intimate moments of emotional need, complicated by the awareness that it’s 2:45 a.m. and there’s no real emergency—just a longing for maternal comfort.
The track sees Brooke Moriber opening up with heart-aching vulnerability, offering a performance that’s both moving and memorable. It’s heart-wrenchingly powerful, with a message that will undoubtedly resonate with listeners across the globe—making it a track destined to appear on Mother’s Day playlists for years to come, standing out for all the right reasons.
While Mother’s Day in the United States is celebrated in May, it’s worth noting that Mother’s Day in the United Kingdom falls earlier in the year, typically in March. Brooke Moriber’s release intentionally aligned with the US holiday, but its message is universally resonant—reaching anyone who has ever felt the need to return to the warmth of a mother’s love. And while it was timed for Mother’s Day in the US, the track remains a heartfelt listen all year round—one that listeners may turn to whenever they want to express just how much their mothers mean to them.
“This song came straight from my heart,” Brooke Moriber shared. “It’s for anyone who’s ever felt torn between needing their mom and needing to find themselves. I think so many people will connect to that internal tug-of-war.”
The single marks another standout release for the New York-born singer-songwriter, who has carved a unique space for herself within the country music scene. From her early career on Broadway to her journey into songwriting—sparked by a rare eye condition that temporarily left her blind—Brooke Moriber has always used music as a means to tell deeply personal stories. Once her condition went into remission, she began travelling to Nashville, where she found her voice in country music.
Over the years, Moriber has released songs like “Cry Like A Girl”, “Little Bit Of You”, and “Half A Heart”, garnering support from major platforms like Spotify’s New Music Friday Country and Country Christmas playlists, as well as Sirius XM Velvet, CMT, and the Music Row Country Breakout chart. Her latest EP “All Heart“, as well as her previous single releases like “What If I Do“, “More Love“, and “So Do I“, as well as “Half A Heart“, are all within her Top 10 most popular tracks on Spotify, which just goes to show she’s rising to incredible new heights with every release.
In addition to her recording career, Brooke Moriber champions the spirit of Nashville’s songwriting tradition through her bi-monthly “Nashville in New York (NINY)” Songwriters in the Round series. Held in the heart of NYC, the event brings together a mix of emerging and legendary artists. The latest instalment featured Moriber sharing the stage with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Little Anthony (of The Imperials) and rising country star Charly Reynolds, with Jim Murphy from the Music Choice Network serving as host.
Currently working with top-tier producers and writers—including Todd Lombardo, Craig Alvin, Karen Kosowski, David Pittenger, Sol Philcox Littlefield, Emily Shackelton and Claire Wyndham—Brooke Moriber continues to build an impressive catalogue of heartfelt country music with crossover appeal.
With this latest single, Moriber delivers a sincere and timeless ode to the love between a mother and child—making it not just a Mother’s Day anthem, but a year-round reminder that even when we’re grown, we still long for home.
“I Still Need You”, by Brooke Moriber, is available to stream and download, right now, across all platforms, via Reviver Records.