Sam Smith's 'Nightmare' Album Title Mistake Shocks Fans
Sam Smith's latest album, Hazel Eyes, reflects on love and happiness, embodying a personal journey for the singer. Despite its profound themes, Smith humorously revealed that the title was a blunder, as they initially believed 'hazel' meant brown, the color of the eyes the album was written about. The album features a new sound and coincides with Smith's 'To Be Free' global residency, allowing for closer connection with their audience.
Grammy Award-winning British singer and songwriter Sam Smith recently discussed their fifth and latest album, titled 'Hazel Eyes', during an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. The new album, released via Capitol Records, marks a significant shift for Smith, moving from the intense themes of their previous work, 2023’s 'Gloria', towards a more intimate and joyful exploration of love, home, and finding a happy place.
Co-produced by Smith themselves—a first for the artist—alongside Simon Aldred (known for work with Avicii and Liam Gallagher) and David Odlum (who has collaborated with Glen Hansard and Josh Ritter), 'Hazel Eyes' was three years in the making. Smith noted that all the music for this collection came with them during their travels from London to their new home in New York, stating, “It’s about my relationship. It’s about love.” The album is characterized by a “soft” and authentic sound, reflecting Smith's desire to create music with friends, using real instruments, and singing directly from the heart and soul.
A notable anecdote surrounding the album is its title, which Smith confessed was a