Courtney Hadwin – Die and Stay Pretty
British rock artist Courtney Hadwin has unveiled the music video for “Die And Stay Pretty,” a standout track from her recently released debut album Little Miss Jagged.
Known for her distinctive vocals and unfiltered emotion, Hadwin, combined with Polly Towers, brings a sense of fragility, self-destruction, and beauty through this striking new visual.
Directed with a raw, intimate lens, the video pairs Courtney Hadwin’s eloquent performance with a narrative that mirrors the song’s intensity, collapsing self-image, and the push-and-pull between being idolized and being truly seen. Towers’s dance complements Hadwin’s powerful vocals, utilizing broad, passionate movements to convey unrest and emotional tension. Her loose hair and dark eye makeup further heighten the visual impact, making the video feel like a living extension. In a tender moment, their hands meet but do not hold, as Tower lets go and walks away, echoing the lyrics: “I just want to be with you, but you just want me to miss you,” capturing a quiet yet intense sense of longing and helplessness. Hadwin’s soulful, unmistakable voice carries deeply personal emotions, delivering a performance that feels both raw and beautiful. “In the video, I really wanted to put a visual to what the song meant to me,” says Hadwin. “‘Die And Stay Pretty’ has got to be the most challenging song and personal I’ve ever written, so getting to portray that as a visual was quite real, and getting to work with Polly, who demonstrated the frustration perfectly, just brought it to life. “Die And Stay Pretty” stars Courtney Hadwin and Polly Towers, with choreography by Ethan Jacobs and cinematography and lighting by Robbie Ewing. To bring Hadwin’s vision and the song’s heartfelt depth to life, she recruited Gabrielle Ornate and Orlando Avalon to direct, produce, and edit the video, while Helena Jopling handled hair and makeup.
Courtney Hadwin first captured the world’s attention at just 13, delivering a Janis Joplin-esque audition on America’s Got Talent that went viral, revealing her powerhouse singing and fearless stage presence. Rather than follow the conventional pop path, she has grown into a versatile artist, blending rock, soul, funk, punk, and R&B. Now 21, she has more than 3.7 million followers across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, and has been recognized for her distinctive voice and genre-crossing style. In early 2026, she will hit the road for a UK tour, bringing her standout voice directly to fans on stage.
Tour Dates:
Feb 7 – The Cathouse, Glasgow
Feb 9 – The Grove, Newcastle upon Tyne
Feb 10 – Sidney & Matilda, Sheffield
Feb 12 – The Camden Assembly, London
Feb 13 – The Lounge Bar, Alton
Feb 14 – The Anvil, Bournemouth
Feb 15 – The Cobblestones, Bridgwater
Feb 17 – The Lodge – The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Feb 18 – The Louisiana, Bristol
Feb 19 – The Hare & Hounds, Birmingham
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