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Sam Smith Announces Fifth Album 'Hazel Eyes' with Release of Emotive Single
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Sam Smith Announces Fifth Album 'Hazel Eyes' with Release of Emotive Single

From Cooperativa · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Singer Sam Smith announced their fifth studio album, "Hazel Eyes," set for release on August 21.
  • The album announcement coincides with the release of the new single "My Guy."
  • "Hazel Eyes" will feature 12 songs and was developed with long-time collaborator Simon Aldred.

Sam Smith has announced the upcoming release of their fifth studio album, titled "Hazel Eyes," scheduled to drop on August 21. This marks the British artist's first full-length project since "Gloria," released three years ago.

written during a work session with close friends

— Sam SmithDescribing the inspiration and creation process for the new single 'My Guy'.

Accompanying the album announcement is the release of a new single, "My Guy." Smith co-wrote the track with Feist and Shahzad Ismaily. Describing the song, Smith, a five-time Grammy winner, explained it was written during a collaborative session with close friends and serves as an ode to New York City, where they currently reside. The song delves into themes of mutual love, emotional vulnerability, and artistic freedom.

an ode to New York City, where they currently reside

— Sam SmithExplaining the thematic inspiration behind the single 'My Guy'.

The "Hazel Eyes" album will comprise 12 tracks. Smith collaborated on the project with Simon Aldred, a frequent partner. Portions of the album were recorded at the renowned Electric Lady Studios. Musically, the album is described as a fusion of genres, including baroque pop and British folk, with influences from cou.

themes of mutual love, emotional vulnerability, and artistic freedom

— Sam SmithDetailing the subject matter explored in the new single 'My Guy'.
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