Photo credit: Col Elmore

We can appreciate our youth for what it was, while realizing that there is happiness to be found in the present.

That is the theme of William Harries Graham’s new single, “Philadelphia.” The third single from Graham’s forthcoming album, Annie’s House (due out Oct. 25), the spacious folk ballad is hallmarked by hushed, reflective vocals and a wistful, yet steadfast acoustic arrangement.

“‘Philadelphia’ really is a song about looking back at the life you had when you were young and could do anything, but not missing it,” Graham said. “There is something nostalgic about that youth, but this song is about finding joy in every stage of life.”

The music video — directed by Ruby Lavin and WITH — conjures faded memories of summers gone by, as various adventures across the great American landscape are presented through a grainy lens. These scenes are weaved between Graham by himself, strumming and singing in a lawn chair. The Austin-based troubadour’s relaxed demeanor communicates a sense of peace for all that was, is, and will be.

“When people hear this album, I want them to walk away from it with some reflection on their own lives and experiences.” Graham said. “The music that I personally connect with is always music where I see some part of myself in it. I hope you see yourself in Annie’s House.”