Ivan Grech releases new single “Picture on the Wall”

Singer-songwriter Ivan Grech returns with Picture on the Wall, the second single from his upcoming solo album, set for release on Friday 10th October 2025 at 8pm.

Following the success of his debut solo track “(Let’s Get) High on Love” and a string of live performances across Malta and Gozo, Ivan has spent the past months immersed in songwriting and recording. This new chapter builds on his roots, while offering a fresh, deeply emotional sound.

Picture on the Wall is a heartfelt ballad featuring strong lyrics highlighting themes of vulnerability, connection, and mental health.

“Both musically and lyrically, I went back to my roots with this song,” Ivan says. “I have always believed in songs that are real and emotional. For me, it is never just about being heard, it is about being felt.”

The song was born from a quiet moment of inspiration: an acoustic guitar riff from a late-night film sparked the first melody. “I was on my keyboards in the middle of the night, which is my favourite time to write. Within a few hours I had penned most of it,” he recalls. “I wanted a ballad that felt different from my usual sound, but still true to who I am.”

Lyrically, the track is a gentle yet powerful call to break the silence around mental health. “Struggles do not always show, they are not always in tears. Sometimes they are hidden behind the biggest smiles,” Ivan explains. “We need to remind ourselves and others that asking for help is not weakness, it is strength.”

One can watch the video for Picture on the Wall on YouTube and Ivan’s social media channels.

Recorded at Temple Studios with long-time collaborator David Vella, the track features Vella on drums, bass, percussion and additional keyboards. The song also features Peter Borg from Red Electric on acoustic, electric and slide guitars and Alistair Abela on additional electric guitars. The concept of the video of the song is by Ivan Grech, editing and effects by Chris Spiteri and 3D animation by Aaron Cachia at Aar.on.3D.

Picture on the Wall is part of Ivan Grech’s forthcoming solo album, expected to be released in the coming months.