Sam Smith and Charli XCX in Paris in January 2023.Photo:Pascal Le Segretain/Getty
Pascal Le Segretain/Getty
Charli XCXis standing up for her friendSam Smith.
Without specifying any negative remarks she’s witnessed online, Charli offered support to her friend and collaborator. “At the same time, I am so proud of Sam’s ability to withstand that because I know I certainly couldn’t withstand it,” she continued.
“Sam, I love you, I love our song together, and I am in awe of your strength,” concluded the “Speed Drive” singer-songwriter.
Smith, 31, has not publicly acknowledged the situation.
Sam Smith performs in New York City in August 2023.Theo Wargo/Getty Images
Theo Wargo/Getty Images
Charli first teased “In the City” on Oct. 6, sharing a TikTok video from a recording studio. “I wanted to play you something I’ve been working on if you want to hear it,” she said before playing a clip of the song. “It’s cute!”
The collaboration features a dance-pop beat and romantic lyrics. “I never thought I would find it / But I found what I was looking for / In the city, in the dark,” she sings in the teaser clip.
“In the City” was officially announced over the weekend, with anotherTikTokof Charli and Smith jamming to the song. “this one is really cute and fun and i’m so lucky to have@Sam Smithon it with me,” she wrote, revealing the track’s release date.
In August, Charli hinted at the collaboration in the music video for her “Speed Drive” song from theBarbiefilm soundtrack. In the clip, she receives a video call from Smith and says, “Wait, wait, wait, wait. Sorry. Hey Sam!”
“Hi Charli. Did you have a chance to listen to the new mix, babe? What’d you think?” asked the Grammy winner.
She replied, “I’m actually on set of a music video right now.”
“Oh, OK, OK. Sorry,” said Smith. “We’ve gotta submit it, so we can get it out.”
“Maybe I can call you back right after, and we can talk. Is that good?” responded Charli.
“In the City” will be released on Thursday to all streaming services.
source: people.com
