Description
Sam Smith – In The Lonely Hour – Vinyl Record
In the Lonely Hour is the debut studio album by English singer-songwriter Sam Smith.
In the Lonely Hour was released on May 26, 2014, in the United Kingdom and on June 17, 2014, in the United States. The album primarily falls within the genres of pop, soul, and R&B. It showcases Sam Smith’s powerful and emotive vocals.
“Stay with Me”: The breakout single that gained widespread popularity and earned Sam Smith critical acclaim, “I’m Not the Only One”: Another successful single known for its soulful sound and poignant lyrics and “Lay Me Down”: The original version of this song was included in the album, displaying Smith’s vocal range.
In the Lonely Hour was a commercial triumph, reaching the number one spot on the UK Albums Chart and the US Billboard 200. It became one of the best-selling albums of 2014. The album received positive reviews from critics who praised Sam Smith’s vocal abilities, the emotional depth of the lyrics, and the overall production quality. In the Lonely Hour earned Sam Smith several Grammy Awards, including Best Pop Vocal Album, and “Stay with Me” won Record of the Year and Song of the Year at the 2015 Grammy Awards.
The album explores themes of unrequited love, heartbreak, and loneliness, drawing inspiration from Sam Smith’s personal experiences.
In the Lonely Hour marked Sam Smith’s breakthrough in the music industry, establishing them as a significant voice in contemporary pop and soul. The success of the album and its singles propelled Sam Smith to international fame, and they became a prominent figure in the global music scene.
Sam Smith continued to release successful albums, including “The Thrill of It All” (2017) and “Love Goes” (2020), further solidifying their position as a respected artist.
In the Lonely Hour remains a defining album in Sam Smith’s career, showcasing their vocal prowess and ability to convey deep emotions through their music. The album’s success contributed to Sam Smith’s status as a leading artist in the contemporary music landscape.
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Track Listing
Money On My Mind
Good Thing
Stay With Me
Leave Your Lover
I’m Not The Only One
I’ve Told You Now
Like I Can
Life Support
Not In That Way
Lay Me Down
Restart
Latch (Acoustic)
La La La
Make It To Me
