Download the full album zip file of Sam Smith's critically acclaimed album "In the Lonely Hour". Read our review and analysis of the album's background, tracklist, and critical reception.
: The album's first official single, showcasing Smith's falsetto.
Recording for "In the Lonely Hour" took place in London and New York City, with Smith collaborating with producers Jimmy Napes and Fraser T. Smith. The album's sound is characterized by its soulful, blues-infused pop, with Smith's powerful vocals taking center stage.
Sam Smith’s debut was a watershed moment for LGBTQ+ representation in pop, even if the pain expressed was universal. The album was famously written about a man Smith was in love with, but they didn't want to alienate listeners by using gendered pronouns. This decision allowed millions of people—regardless of their background—to project their own stories onto the songs.
