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On ‘What We Can’t Say,’ Ty Warner Observes a Love Disconnected

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Our friend and fellow UnderDog Ty Warner has been on a hot streak so far in 2026. It wasn’t too long ago that we told you about “Connor’s Crawl,” the instrumental, jazz-influenced single released in honor of Warner’s precocious young grandson, Connor.

This time, the Air Force veteran-turned-full-time musician adds his voice back into the mix with “What We Can’t Say,” a mid-tempo Americana ballad which explores the ways our minds can interfere with love.

“Romance is an illogical concept,” Warner said in a video posted to social media. “It’s not like balancing a checkbook or knowing when your car payment is due. It’s based on emotion.”

The story of “What We Can’t Say” positions Warner as an observer of two lovers struggling to work through communication issues and find common ground through the love they share. The tune’s beautifully layered Americana soundscape — produced by Jim Thacker of Kazen Music Group — adds a wistful tone to support the narrative. A listener might imagine “What We Can’t Say” weaving into the post-breakup montage of an indie film, as two individuals pause, reflect, and realize that they’re stronger as a pair.

“What We Can’t Say” features Warner on lead vocals and acoustic guitar, with Thacker performing electric and bass guitar duties. Asha Sun provided backing vocals, and GRAMMY-winner Robin Ruddy added a classic country touch with her work on the dobro. Elements of the single were tracked both in Nashville by Scott Griffin, as well as by Vante Anderson at Wyoming Wave Studios in Cheyenne, WY.

As for the artwork? The tradition of artwork designed by the Warner grandchildren continues, as the cover art for “What We Can’t Say” was designed by Warner’s granddaughter, Nora Jo.

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Ty Warner’s ‘Connor’s Crawl’ Instrumental a Family Affair

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Ty Warner — songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, Air Force veteran, and one of our most loyal UnderDogs — is in the flow of releasing music, with several singles and a full EP on tap for 2026.

Warner’s first offering of the year, “Connor’s Crawl,” was released on March 24. The tune marks previously uncharted territory for Warner, as it is the first song he’s released that is entirely instrumental.

“I find instrumental music in general to be incredibly inspiring and emotional in and of itself,” Warner told the Wyoming Tribune Eagle (Cheyenne, WY). “That’s the journey I’m on right now … I’m going to move towards (releasing) instrumentals.”

Inspired by the jazz artist Earl Klugh, Warner composed and recorded “Connor’s Crawl” on two nylon string guitars. Additional instrumentation was added by esteemed New York-based producer Bryan Crook, who mixed and mastered the track after it was recorded by Vante Anderson at Wyoming Wave Studios. The song does feature some vocal instrumentation, as well, with background vocals performed by Asha Sun.

As for the inspiration behind the name? Warner named “Connor’s Crawl” after his precocious young grandson, Connor, who also created the artwork for the release.

Those looking for more new music won’t have to wait long. This week, Warner announced a follow-up single titled “What We Can’t Say,” set for release on Tuesday, May 19. From there, more singles are coming down the pipeline in the lead-up to My Songbook — Volume 1, set for release later this summer.