London-based singer and pianist Charmaine Wohlmann returns with “Prisoner,” a haunting and deeply personal new single arriving November 28, 2025. After a few years away from the spotlight, the classically trained musician re-emerges with a song that’s both intimate and cinematic, inspired by the tumultuous life of American model and icon Anna Nicole Smith.
Built around Wohlmann’s melodic piano lines, “Prisoner” moves like a confession set to light. The track explores themes of confinement and freedom, weaving between moments of pain and transcendence. Working alongside producer Laurence Hobbs, Wohlmann shapes a sound that feels timeless yet current, balancing theatrical emotion with a sharp pop sensibility. The result is a song that refuses to sit quietly, one that reaches for light even when surrounded by shadow.
“Freedom is everything,” Wohlmann says, describing the song as a reflection of what it means to find hope amid chaos. “I wanted to write something for women who have endured darkness but still believe in liberation. It’s a message for everyone, across all races, ages, and faiths.”
Recorded in the creative hub of Crouch End, “Prisoner” unfolds with a cinematic grace that mirrors its subject’s complexity. It captures the tension between fragility and strength, turning tragedy into something beautiful and alive. The production carries echoes of her classical roots while leaning confidently into the contemporary, a balance that defines Wohlmann’s eclectic sound.
After performing live for local dignitaries and at London’s Smithfield Piano Bar, Wohlmann is ready to share her next chapter with the world. “Prisoner” isn’t just a song about Anna Nicole Smith; it’s about every person who has ever felt trapped and still dared to dream of freedom. For Wohlmann, this marks not only a return but a reclamation of purpose, the beginning of a new era for one of London’s most quietly compelling voices.
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