Who is Myles Smith? Meet the ‘Stargazing’ Singer (2024)

2024 was a great year for the singer!

The incredible Myles Smith is undoubtedly one of the hottest stars in music thanks to his captivating lyrics and soulful voice. He gave us his hit single ‘Stargazing’ which hit the UK Top 10 and Myles even performed on stage at Glastonbury in 2024 and has no plans to stop anytime soon…

From the release of his EP “You Promised Me A Lifetime” to the announcement of his upcoming tour, we can’t wait to see what Myles does next. Get to know the “My Home” singer a little better: where he comes from, how his hit single came about and where you can see him live…

Who is Myles Smith?

Myles Smith is an English singer and songwriter who recently hit the charts with his hit single “Stargazing”. He taught himself to play guitar and piano at a young age and was performing at local open mic nights by the age of 12.

Although he became a household name with his song “Stargazing,” you may also recognize his vocals from his various viral cover songs that he has been posting on TikTok since 2020. His most popular cover songs include an acoustic version of “Sweater Weather” by The Neighbourhood as well as “I Found” by Amber Run.

“Covers (were) a way to find an audience that I thought would fit the music I was ultimately going to make,” Myles told Billboard.

Now, not only is he opening for several dates on the upcoming Imagine Dragons tour, but he also has his own headlining tour planned – including several sold-out shows.

How old is he?

Myles was born on June 3, 1998 and is 26 years old at the time of writing.

Where is he from?

The singer was born in Luton, England to a Jamaican family and grew up in Bedfordshire, where he was influenced by the rich cultural diversity of his town. The local music scene also provided Myles with a lot of inspiration, exposing him to plenty of hip-hop and grime and encouraging him to explore his own musical interests and style.

Growing up, Myles enjoyed a variety of music genres, with reggae being at the forefront, and his mother and siblings’ love of artists such as Whitney Houston, Destiny’s Child, Ne-Yo and Justin Timberlake whetted his musical appetite.

“Stargazing” by Myles Smith

Myles released his single “Stargazing” on May 10, 2024, which is widely considered to be the singer’s breakthrough hit. The song, which has since been certified silver in the UK, reached number 6 on the UK charts.

Myles wrote the song in Malibu, California, shortly after signing his record deal with RCA. The majority of the song was said to have been written in 15 minutes, Myles told Billboard: “I come back to West Hollywood at two or three in the morning and play the day’s demo over the speakers in the ceiling.”

“I remember my manager waking up on the couch and asking, ‘What is that?’ Everyone in the house was running and jumping around. When my team – my harshest critics after my mother – gave me that honest reaction, I knew I was onto something.”

WATCH: Official music video for “Stargazing” by Myles Smith:

What other popular songs has he released?

‘My home’

Myles released “My Home” independently through Ditto Music in November 2023. The song has been described as a heartfelt ode to the safe haven that a loved one or someone you share an emotional connection with can provide – with lyrics such as: “Like a shelter from the storm, a fireplace that keeps me warm”And: “With you I somehow don’t feel alone.”

LISTEN: Myles Smith “My Home”

‘Solo’

Another track released independently through Ditto Music was “Solo,” which Myles blessed us with in December 2023. The track documents the emotions after a breakup and conveys confusion, loneliness, and sadness with lyrics like: “Why did you get me so high and then leave me so depressed? To leave me alone?”And: “I wasted my time hoping you’d call, but damn, you’re so cold.”.

WATCH: Official music video for “Solo” by Myles Smith

‘Sweater weather’

Myles rose to prominence when he released his cover of The Neighbourhood’s 2013 hit “Sweater Weather”. Myles initially posted the acoustic cover on TikTok and later released the track as a single.

LISTEN: Myles Smith “Sweater Weather”

Is Myles going on tour?

He certainly is! In addition to tour dates in North America and Europe, Myles will also tour the UK in 2025! His “We Were Never Strangers” tour will take him through the UK and Ireland has dates throughout February 2025 and will play in major cities such as Leeds, Manchester and London.

Myles Smith “We were never strangers” Great Britain and Ireland Tour Dates

February 2025

Leeds, O2 Academy – Saturday 15th

Manchester, Manchester Academy – Sunday 16th

Dublin, 3Olympia Theatre – Tuesday 18th

Glasgow, SWG3 Galvanisers – Thu 20

Nottingham, Rock City – Saturday 22nd

Bristol, O2 Academy Bristol – Sunday 23rd

Birmingham, O2 Academy – Monday 24th

London, O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire – Wednesday 26th

Glastonbury Festival 2024

Myles Smith’s performance at Glastonbury 2024 was unforgettable as he captivated the audience with his powerful vocals and soulful lyrics. The perfectly timed sunset on the Greenpeace Fields stage was the perfect ending to his electrifying show.

Is he releasing an album?

So far, Myles has released an EP titled “You Promised Me A Lifetime” which contains six tracks including his hits “My Home,” “River” and “Solo.” He released the EP on March 29, 2024, and said, “This track represents a profound yet neutral statement that gains meaning through the perspective of the person reading it.”

Although he’s been tight-lipped about a full-length album, he seems eager to release one. He told Billboard that he wants to be an “album artist,” adding, “There’s only so much you can say on an EP or a single.”

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