Everything you need to know about Sam Smith's album 'Gloria'
It's out now
Last updated 24th Mar 2023
Over the years, Sam Smith has had several very successful songs, including 'Money on My Mind' way back in 2013, right up to last year's 'Unholy' with Kim Petras, both reaching Number 1 in the UK and beyond.
Now, more than two years since the release of 'Love Goes', Sam has released their fourth album 'Gloria', which features songs with Ed Sheeran, Jessie Reyez and Kim Petras, as well as one produced by Calvin Harris called 'I'm Not Here To Make Friends', their current single.
What did Sam Smith say when they released 'Gloria'?
Sam told their fans in a statement that 'Gloria' was dedicated to them. They wrote: 'Dearest Sailors,
'It feels like I’ve been working my whole life for this album release, a chance to showcase to you my artistry and all that inspires me to do what I do. The force, however that inspires me more than anything in this world, is you. Humans are the greatest source of inspiration for all artists, I believe.
'I watch you, my friends, my family and myself; I write stories that I hope will help you and be your friend in your loneliest hours but also your happiest hours, too. Sailors, you have stuck with me through every challenge that comes with growing up, all the life I’ve lived these past 10 years. I am eternally thankful to you. I work everyday for you, striving to make you proud and move you.
'Gloria is dedicated to you. I love you all. But it’s deeper than that. Always,
'Sam x GLORIA IS OUT NOW 💛💛💛'.
When was 'Gloria' announced?
Sam announced on 17th October 2022 that they would be releasing a new album the following year. Telling their fans how excited they were to be dropping new music, Sam wrote: 'Dearest sailors ⚓️ I am overjoyed to announce that my fourth album is called ‘GLORIA’. It will be yours on the 27th January 2023, and you can pre-order now. I’m feeling overwhelmed and emotional as I start to let go of Gloria and hand this work over to you. It has been magical in every way to make this piece of music and by giving this record to you I am giving you part of my heart and soul. Gloria got me through some dark times and was a beacon for me in my life. I hope it can be that for you. Thank you for waiting so long. Only a few months now. Sam x'.
Is Sam's song 'Unholy' on their new album?
Yes, 'Unholy' by Sam and Kim Petras is featured on 'Gloria'. The full tracklist can be found below.
What is the 'Gloria' tracklist?
There are 13 songs on the 'Gloria' tracklist, including their Number 1 song 'Unholy' with Kim Petras and a song called 'Who We Love' featuring Ed Sheeran.
The tracklist was shared by Sam on Instagram on 10th November 2022.
See the full list of songs below:
- 'Love Me More'
- 'No God'
- 'Hurting Interlude'
- 'Lose You'
- 'Perfect' featuring Jessie Reyez
- 'Unholy' featuring Kim Petras
- 'How to Cry'
- 'Six Shots'
- 'Gimme' featuring Koffee & Jessie Reyez
- 'Dorothy’s Interlude'
- 'I’m Not Here To Make Friends'
- 'Gloria'
- 'Who We Love' featuring Ed Sheeran
What has Sam said about their new album?
"It feels like emotional, sexual and spiritual liberation," Sam said of their new album. "It feels like I’ve got my faith back, in my work. So it was beautiful, with this album, to sing freely again, for me. It feels like a coming of age.
"I was not gonna write a heartbreak album. A challenge that was huge! I wanted this to be the opposite. When I was a kid, just walking out of the house, I needed armour. Rihanna, Robyn, Beyoncé, they were my armour. And I feel like 'Gloria' is the album I needed that I never had."
Sam went on to say: "There’s a huge female influence on 'Gloria'. I made sure the rooms I was in had that balance. Which was wonderful. Because it’s been very male-heavy in my career in terms of co-writers and producers."
Who is Gloria?
Gloria is not a person according to a press release, it is a bristling, enigmatic force which Sam has christened Gloria. 'Gloria is the sound of constricting shackles crashing to the floor, of boundaries joyfully breached, of a still-searching talent discovering what it means to be truly free – to be in touch with their innermost self,' it explains.
Who worked on Sam's album?
There are a number of collaborations on Sam's album, both in front of the microphone and behind. Sam worked with Jimmy Napes, Stargate, Calvin Harris and Max Martin, as well as Kim Petras, Jessie Reyez, Koffee and Ed Sheeran.
When does Sam Smith's album come out?
'Gloria' is out now! It was released on 27th January 2023.
How many albums has Sam released?
Sam has now released four studio albums, 'In the Lonely Hour', 'The Thrill of It All' and 'Love Goes', and 'Gloria'.
Is there a 'Gloria' tour?
Yes, there is a tour to support Sam's album 'Gloria'. 'Gloria the tour' will start on 12th April in Sheffield and continue across the country until 24th May, where they will finish in Manchester.
Sam announced the tour dates on 21st October 2022.
See the full list of 'Gloria the tour' dates below:
April 2023
Sheffield, Utilita Arena - Wed 12th
Dublin, 3Arena - Fri 14th
London, The O2 Arena - Tue 18th
London, The O2 Arena - Wed 19th
Glasgow, OVO Hydro Arena - Sat 22nd
Birmingham, Resorts World Arena - Tue 25th
May 2023
Manchester, AO Arena - Wed 24th
Tickets to see Sam Smith are on sale now from Aloud.com
You can hear songs by Sam Smith on Northsound 1.
Take a look through Sam Smith's fantastic collabs:
Sam Smith and Disclosure - 'Latch'
Starting in 2012, Sam featured on Disclosure's hit 'Latch'. 'Latch' was the lead single from Disclosure's debut album 'Settle' and reached Number 11 in the UK.
Sam Smith and Naughty Boy - 'La La La'
One of Sam's earliest hits was 'La La La' with Naughty Boy, released in 2013. The song was featured on the deluxe edition of Sam's 2014 album 'In the Lonely Hour'.
Sam Smith and John Legend - 'Lay Me Down'
Sam re-released their song 'Lay Me Down' with John Legend for charity in 2015. The song became a Number 1 hit and the pair performed it live on Comic Relief – Face the Funny.
Sam Smith and Calvin Harris - 'Promises'
In 2018, Calvin Harris and Sam teamed up for 'Promises'. The song came about after Sam contacted Calvin on Instagram. Sam said they: "Had an amazing day together writing the song".
Sam Smith and Normani - 'Dancing With A Stranger'
'Dancing With A Stranger' was a hit in 2019 for Sam along with former Fifth Harmony singer Normani. The song was certified 2× Platinum in the UK and reached Number 3.
Sam Smith and Demi Lovato - 'I'm Ready'
Sam Smith was joined by Demi Lovato on their 2020 hit 'I'm Ready'. The song was co-written by both artists along with a team of songwriters and reached Number 20 in the UK.
Sam Smith and Labrinth - 'Love Goes'
Labrinth joined Sam on a song called 'Love Goes', which was featured on Sam's 2017 album 'The Thrill of It All'.
Sam Smith and Kim Petras - 'Unholy'
Sam Smith and Kim Petras had huge success in October 2022 with their song 'Unholy'. The song was a Number 1 success in both the UK and USA, where they became the first publicly non-binary and transgender soloists respectively to get a #Hot100 Number 1. They also won Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the 2023 Grammy Awards!
Sam Smith and Ed Sheeran - 'Who We Love'
Ed Sheeran has joined Sam Smith for a song on their upcoming album 'Gloria', out on 27th January 2023. The song, which has been co-written by both artists, is called 'Who We Love', and listed at track 13 on the record.
Sam Smith with Koffee and Jessie Reyez - 'Gimme'
Sam Smith released a new song called 'Gimme' on 11th January with Koffee and Jessie Reyez. The song is also featured on their upcoming album 'Gloria', out on 27th January.
Sam Smith and Madonna
Sam Smith and Madonna teamed up for a collab called 'Vulgar'. The pair released their song on 9th June along with the visualiser and lyric video.
Sam Smith and Calvin Harris
Following the success of their track 'Promises', Calvin and Sam teamed up again and released 'Desire' in July 2023.
Sam Smith and Charli XCX
Sam Smith and Charli XCX released 'In The City' in October 2023. The song was written by the pair, and Sam said: "Charli is a force and getting creative with her is so much fun. This track is about freedom and those unforgettable nights of abandon. I loved every minute we spent together making it."
Sam Smith and Alicia Keys - 'I'm Not The Only One'
Sam Smith and Alicia Keys teamed up to release a new version of Sam's 2014 hit 'I'm Not The Only One'. The track was originally included on the singer's debut album.
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