Sam Smith and Hikaru Utada are reinventing “Stay With Me’ to celebrate the 10th anniversary of In The Lonely Hour.
On the tenth anniversary of his debut album, ‘In The Lonely Hour’, Sam Smith is joining forces with influential Japanese artist Hikaru Utada for a new version of his hit single ‘Stay With Me.’ This album, which catapulted Smith to fame, won 6 GRAMMY® Awards and was certified 6 times Platinum by the RIAA, making it the best-selling debut of the decade.
The collaboration between Smith and Utada is a tribute to the international connection their music has achieved. Smith, who has won GRAMMY® Awards, BRIT Awards, a Golden Globe, and an Oscar, commented on his admiration for Japan and his excitement to collaborate with Utada, highlighting her brave visibility as an LGBTQIA+ artist.
Utada, known for her impact on Japanese music since her debut in 1998, expressed her honor at participating in this special version of “Stay With Me,” emphasizing the emotional depth of the song and the unique experience of working with Smith.
In addition to his music, Smith is promoting The Pink House, an initiative to support the LGBTQIA+ community. Smith’s GLORIA tour and his recent success with “Unholy” reflect his ongoing relevance and success in the global music industry.
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