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Sombr Shines on SNL with Debut Album Hits
9 Nov
Summary
- Sombr, a 20-year-old singer-songwriter, debuts on SNL
- Performs two hit songs from his debut album "I Barely Know Her"
- Nominated for Best New Artist Grammy and had a VMA-nominated song
On November 9th, 2025, rising singer-songwriter Sombr took the stage on Saturday Night Live, delivering captivating performances of two hit songs from his debut album "I Barely Know Her." The 20-year-old New York City native has been making waves in the music industry, having just received a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist and having his song "12 to 12" nominated for the MTV Video Music Awards' Song of the Summer.
Sombr opened his SNL set with "12 to 12," a track that has been praised by critics for its emotional depth and melodic charm. He later returned to the stage, showcasing his impressive piano skills with a performance of "Back to Friends," a song he wrote and produced himself. The lead single from his ten-track album, "Back to Friends" has been recognized as one of Rolling Stone's Best Songs of 2025 So Far, with the publication describing it as an "impassioned conversation that bleeds through the walls and captures the melodrama of teenage love."
Sombr's appearance on SNL coincided with the end of the North American leg of his successful "The Late Nights & Young Romance Tour," which he had sold out. The rising star is now set to embark on a tour of New Zealand and Australia, followed by a run of shows in Europe in February 2026, further solidifying his growing global fanbase.
