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Queer Love Shines: Sam Smith Confirms Engagement
29 Jul
Summary
- Sam Smith confirmed their engagement to Christian Cowan.
- The singer's upcoming album, 'Hazel Eyes', is about requited love.
- The track 'Everlasting Love' recounts the night before their first date.
Singer Sam Smith has confirmed their engagement to fashion designer Christian Cowan, a relationship that began in December 2022. Smith alluded to the happy news when seen wearing a diamond ring at the Met Gala in May. The upcoming fifth studio album, titled 'Hazel Eyes', is set to be released on August 21st and is dedicated to Cowan, focusing on themes of requited love. The album also features a track named 'Everlasting Love,' inspired by the night before the couple's first date.
Smith shared that their music, particularly love songs, represents a radical act of queerness in today's world, stating they won't let negativity impact their capacity for love. They also discussed the challenging recording process for the song 'Oh Mother,' noting how their voice has evolved to reflect life experiences. 'Hazel Eyes' follows their 2023 album 'Gloria'.
