It sold over 1 million copies in both the UK and US within its first year, becoming one of the best-selling albums of 2014 worldwide.
Released in May 2014, served as the definitive introduction to Sam Smith’s "blue-eyed soul" and powerhouse vocal range. This debut studio album, which skyrocketed to number one in the UK and number two in the US, remains a cornerstone of modern pop-soul. The Emotional Core It sold over 1 million copies in both
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In the Lonely Hour (Deluxe Edition) was a commercial success, reaching the top 10 in over 20 countries, including the US, UK, Australia, and Canada. The album has been certified multi-platinum in several countries and has sold millions of copies worldwide. The Emotional Core Leo turned In the Lonely
| | Rating | Key Comment | |----------------|------------|------------------| | The Guardian | 4/5 | “Heartbreak has never sounded so grand.” | | NME | 8/10 | “A voice that can stop you in your tracks.” | | Rolling Stone | 4/5 | “Devastatingly soulful.” | | Metacritic | 79/100 | “Generally favorable reviews” (based on 22 critics) | including the US