Basic Information:
Name: Samuel Frederick Smith
Pronouns: They/them
Date of Birth: May 19, 1992
Nationality: English
Profession: Singer and Songwriter
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Biography:
Samuel Frederick Smith, born on May 19, 1992, is an English singer and songwriter who has achieved global recognition for their soulful voice and emotionally resonant lyrics. Growing up in Great Chishill, Cambridgeshire, Smith's passion for music was evident from a young age. They were encouraged by their parents and began vocal training, participating in local theater productions, and with the Youth Music Theatre UK. Before their breakthrough in the pop music scene, Smith was a part of jazz bands, showcasing their versatility and early commitment to musical performance. At the age of 18, they moved to London to further their career. Smith first gained prominence in October 2012 as a featured vocalist on Disclosure's single "Latch," a track that blended electronic music with their distinctive falsetto vocals. This success was followed by featuring on Naughty Boy's "La La La" in 2013, which topped the UK charts. These collaborations paved the way for a successful solo career. Smith's debut album, In the Lonely Hour, released in 2014, was a critical and commercial success, establishing them as a major force in the music industry. The album explored themes of love and loss, which resonated with a wide audience, and led to numerous awards and accolades. In September 2019, Smith announced that they are non-binary and use they/them pronouns, further emphasizing the importance of authenticity and representation within the music industry. Their journey of self-discovery has been a significant part of their impact on LGBTQ+ representation in music.
Career Timeline:
2012: Featured on Disclosure's "Latch," gaining initial recognition.
2013: Featured on Naughty Boy's "La La La," which reaches number 1 in the UK. Release of their debut single "Lay Me Down."
2014: Released debut album, In the Lonely Hour.
2015: Won four Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist, Record of the Year, and Song of the Year for "Stay With Me." Also won the Brit Awards for British Breakthrough Act, and Global Success. Performed "Lay Me Down" at the 2015 Brit Awards.
2015: Released "Writing's on the Wall," the theme song for the James Bond film Spectre, which reached number 1 in the UK.
2016: Won a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Writing's on the Wall."
2017: Released second studio album, The Thrill of It All.
2019: Announced non-binary identity and began using they/them pronouns.
2020: Released third studio album, Love Goes.
2022: Released "Unholy" with Kim Petras, which became their first number one single in the US.
2023: Released fourth studio album, Gloria. Won the Grammy Award for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for "Unholy". Embarked on the Gloria World Tour.
Achievements:
Throughout their professional journey Sam Smith has obtained various awards along with critical recognition. Smith achieved multiple honors during the 57th Annual Grammy Awards through their triumphs in the Best New Artist category and for Record of the Year alongside Song of the Year for "Stay with Me" and Best Pop Vocal Album for In the Lonely Hour. Smith collected three Brit Awards leading to victories in the categories of British Breakthrough Act as well as Global Success in 2015. A Golden Globe Award together with an Academy Award for Best Original Song accompanied the title theme "Writing's on the Wall" for Spectre. Smith has accumulated both Billboard Music Awards and an American Music Award among the honors they have won. During 2023 they received the Grammy for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance with Kim Petras for "Unholy" marking their status as the first openly non-binary Grammy winner and Petras's place as the first transgender artist to win in a competitive Grammy category. The Lonely Hour achieved the position of best-selling debut album across the United Kingdom during the 2010s while all of Smith's albums accumulated the fourth highest number of weeks spent on the UK number one position during that decade.
Key Quotes / Catchphrases:
"Love as hard as you can, at all times."
"It's my job to have ups and downs because it makes good music."
"I’m a vulnerable, sensitive person. I overthink everything.”
"I am gay and I'm proud to be gay so there's no issues there. If something calls you fat, that's something I want to change."
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Fun Facts/Trivia:
Sam Smith is the third cousin of actress Lily Allen and actor Alfie Allen.
They were bullied as a child for having breasts and had liposuction at age 12.
Their debut album, In The Lonely Hour, is said to be a diary from a lonely 21-year-old.
They have expressed a desire to own a farm and step away from music at some point.
They performed in the 2007 production of "Oh! Carol" a musical featuring the music of Neil Sedaka, as part of Youth Music Theatre UK.
Their song "Writing's On The Wall" was the first James Bond theme to reach number one in the UK charts.
Smith is the first openly non-binary musician to both release a song that reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and to win a Grammy Award.
They have collaborated with several artists, including Disclosure, Naughty Boy, Kim Petras, Normani, and Calvin Harris.
Impact/Legacy:
Sam Smith has been a part of the new wave, reshaping the world and making it a better and more inclusive space for everyone. Their openness about their non-binary identity has helped foster a more inclusive environment for gender-diverse individuals. Through their music and public advocacy, they have contributed to broader conversations about gender diversity and fluidity. Smith's powerful vocals and emotionally charged lyrics have resonated with a large and diverse audience, and their work will continue to inspire future generations of artists. They have not only achieved commercial success but have also used their platform to promote authenticity and self-acceptance, leaving a lasting impact on both the music world and popular culture.
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