Artist, writer, and producer April McMahon has released her original song, "Hearts That Cry," a project that began in her high school years and was completed shortly after the September 11 attacks. The song, announced via press release, is now available on major digital music platforms and represents the fulfillment of a long-held creative vision.
McMahon wrote the first half of the song in high school and finished the second half shortly after 9/11, a time when the nation was grappling with profound loss and uncertainty. The lyrics reflect on the fragility of life, the pain people carry, and the importance of recognizing those who are hurting. For years, McMahon carried the song and the vision for what it could become. With the help of AI music technology, she was finally able to bring that vision to life using her original words and her own voice, transformed into a complete musical production.
Musically, "Hearts That Cry" evokes the dramatic, cinematic orchestral rock of Trans-Siberian Orchestra blended with the soulful, powerful contemporary Christian sound of Lauren Daigle. This combination reflects the emotional scope of the song, pairing sweeping musical possibilities with a message rooted in faith, compassion, and hope. "I've always loved creating and imagining what something could become," McMahon said. "For me, it's not about the stage or the spotlight. It's about the music, the message, and the hearts it will reach. AI music technology gave me a way to take something I had carried in my heart for years and finally hear it come to life."
McMahon describes herself not as a traditional performer but as a creator and producer who loves developing ideas, telling stories, and watching a vision become reality. Her creative pursuits extend beyond music into writing, painting, and filmmaking. The song invites listeners to look beyond the surface of everyday life and recognize the struggles others may be facing, taking them through the complete Gospel message from the problem of a broken world to the solution found in Jesus Christ and ultimately to a personal cry out to God. McMahon hopes the song will inspire people to slow down, see one another more deeply, walk alongside those who are hurting, and find lasting hope and healing in Jesus Christ.
Her vision extends beyond the current recording. McMahon hopes to connect with musicians, producers, vocalists, choir directors, and performers who can imagine bringing "Hearts That Cry" to life on an even grander scale with a full orchestra, band, choir, and powerful vocal performances. "I would love to see what this song could become in the hands of talented musicians and performers," she said. "Imagine hearing it performed live with a full orchestra, a band, a choir, and singers bringing the message to life. That would be incredible. My hope is that the song reaches people who need to hear its message most."
The song is available now on major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music/iTunes, Amazon Music, and iHeartRadio. More information about McMahon's work is available at https://aprilmcmahon.com, and her filmography is listed on IMDb.
The release underscores the growing role of AI music technology in enabling artists to realize long-held creative visions, particularly those who do not fit the traditional performer mold. By using her own words and voice, McMahon demonstrates how AI can serve as a production tool rather than a replacement for human creativity. The song's spiritual and compassionate message may resonate with listeners seeking hope amid uncertainty, and its availability across major streaming services positions it for broad reach. McMahon's aspiration to see the song performed with an orchestra and choir further highlights the potential for such projects to evolve into larger-scale collaborations, offering a model for other creators exploring similar technological avenues.
