Sam wrote the epic theme song with his writing buddy, Jimmy Napes, in just 20 minutes! Writing’s On The Wall is one of the few songs in his repertoire that is not autobiographical Sam jumped into the shoes of 007 for this song: The single immediately took the number one spot on the UK charts, unprecedented for a Bond soundtrack. Critics had mixed feelings about the single, but its success in the charts speaks volumes. Writing’s On The Wall (Soundtrack ‘Spectre’, 2015)Īfter Adele’s big success with Skyfall, Sam Smith was chosen to make the soundtrack for the new James Bond film, Spectre, in 2015. He kindly thanked him for the success he had given him. When receiving the award, he ‘had’ to give a shout out to his biggest inspiration – his ex. He also took a Grammy home for Best New Artist and Best Pop Vocal Album for In The Lonely Hour. In 2015, the song won Song of the Year and Record of the Year at the Grammy’s. However painful the situation might have been for Sam, it can’t be denied that it’s brought on some positive things. You don’t even love them, you don’t really fancy them that much, it’s just nice to have someone in the bed next to you.” In an interview with NME, he elaborates on this moment: No it’s not a good look, gain some self controlīut you can lay with me so it doesn’t hurt In the chorus, he secretly hopes his lover is also seeking for a long time commitment.Īnd then the moment comes: his Mister Right (Now) goes away and leaves him behind. One-night stands are not for Sam, he expects more than that from his conquests. I don’t want you to leave, will you hold my hand? Guess it’s true, I’m not good at a one-night standīut I still need love cause I’m just a man In Sam’s biggest hit to date, Stay With Me, he revealed a lot about his love life. What more can we discover about Sam Smith through his lyrics? 5. In October 2017, he revealed that he feels both male and female. I realise that maybe I don’t mind that title”. “I wanted to be seen as a singer first, before people spoke about my private life.”Īfter the huge success of his first album, he took a different stand: He didn’t like being labeled the ‘ gay singer’ at the beginning of his career. Despite his debut album almost entirely revolving around the unrequited love for a friend, he shared him being a homosexual with the press just a while ago in 2014. His religion and sexual orientation are topics frequently found in the lyrics of his songs. He went to a Catholic primary school and came out of the closet at the age of 10. Sam was born and raised in the English place Bisford’s Stortford. Blige ( Stay With Me), A$AP Rocky ( I’m Not The Only One), and recently, Logic ( Pray).ĭespite all the stardust, Sam Smith’s lyrics often go back to his origins.
It shot to the top of the charts in the US, Canada, UK, The Netherlands, Belgium, and New Zealand.Įver since, Sam Smith has worked with the likes of John Legend ( Lay Me Down), Mary J. Last November, The Thrill Of It All finally came out. It became the second best selling album of 2014 in the UK and the United States.īecause of the enormous success of his first album, the bar was raised high for his following one. His debut album In The Lonely Hour, which came out the following year, was very well received. In his interviews, Sam Smith doesn’t hide the fact that they are mostly autobiographical, but what are his melancholic tearjerkers actually about?Īudience from far and wide were introduced to Sam Smith in 2012 on Discolosure’s hit song Latch. Shortly after, he collaborated with Naughty Boy on a track called La La La. Smith Sunday night, but until then definitely set your eyes on his new video.His music is honest, sentimental and comes straight from the heart. The timing of this release couldn’t be any better since we’re merely days away from “Music’s Biggest Night,” the Grammys, where the You Oughta Know alum holds an impressive six nominations, which includes album of the year. This video shows my dreams that one day gay men and women and transgendered men and women all over the world, like all our straight families and friends, will be able to get married under any roof, in any city, in any town, in any village, in any country. With this video myself and Ryan Hope the director have decided to make a statement and showcase something we passionately believe in. “Dear all, the Lay Me Down music video holds a very dear place in my heart. The clip was accompanied with these words posted by the man himself: Smith took to both Instagram and Twitter to not only reveal the video, but also to make a statement. Sam Smith has just unveiled somber but powerful visuals for “Lay Me Down,” the latest single off his massively successful debut album In The Lonely Hour.
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