Katrina Rees
It’s been two years since Sam Smith last released any new music, but after a lengthy hiatus and plenty of teasing on social media, the artist is back and better than ever.
Returning with his comeback single ‘Too Good At Goodbyes’ today, Sam shows us a little of what we can expect from his forthcoming album. Written with Jimmy Napes and Stargate, the track is a stunning ballad which shows off Sam’s signature falsetto. Lyrically, the track is full of emotion and the use of a gospel choir during the chorus gives the song a powerful edge.
Every time you hurt me, the less that I cry
And every time you leave me, the quicker these tears dry
And every time you walk out, the less I love you
Baby, we don’t stand a chance, it’s sad but it’s true
Speaking about the track, Sam said it’s “about a relationship I was in and it’s basically about getting good at getting dumped. It’s been a long while since I’ve put any music out and I feel that this first single sets the tone of what is to come.”
Check out the audio for ‘Too Good At Goodbyes’ below.
https://youtu.be/AX8-YzMKZhQ
There is also a video for the song which was exclusively recorded for Spotify. Find out how to watch it below.
Guys ? You can watch a video of 'Too Good At Goodbyes' I recorded exclusively for @Spotify at https://t.co/SR9cF3fPkq xx pic.twitter.com/pweAcFBnNC
— Sam Smith (@samsmith) September 8, 2017
Sam took to Instagram earlier today to thank fans for all their support so far. Whilst he said he’d been ‘insanely nervous’ during the week, he also stated that he was ‘so ecstatic to be back’.
‘Too Good At Goodbyes’ is the first single to be taken from Sam’s forthcoming sophomore album. Whilst the title and release date is unknown, during an interview with Zane Lowe for Beats 1, he revealed that the album will be out before Christmas. There will be two versions; a standard 10-track edition, and a deluxe 14-track offering.
According to @samsmithworld:
New album before Christmas.
2 versions: 10 and 14 tracks.https://t.co/8TI9rRzeAZ pic.twitter.com/smCJYjEymT— Beats 1 (@Beats1) September 8, 2017
In addition to releasing his comeback single, Sam has confirmed four intimate shows which will take place in Los Angeles, New York, London and Berlin from next week. Tickets are available through a ballot on Sam’s website, so make sure you get entering now!
UNBELIEVABLY excited to announce 4 intimate shows in LA, NY, London & Berlin https://t.co/bOmOQGlk77 Can't wait to sing for you again xx pic.twitter.com/JnnRgJ2SVY
— Sam Smith (@samsmith) September 8, 2017
