Sam Smith and Taeyeon Collaborate on 10th Anniversary Album

A dream collaboration has come true! South Korean singer Taeyeon and British singer-songwriter Sam Smith have joined forces for a special project.

The collaboration between Sam Smith, a leading voice in British pop, and Taeyeon, one of South Korea’s most celebrated singers, has generated widespread excitement in the music world. The buzz centers around releasing a special 10th-anniversary edition of Sam Smith’s debut album, In The Lonely Hour, featuring a unique collaboration with Taeyeon. The anniversary album includes a Korean version of the hit song “I’m Not The Only One,” performed by Taeyeon, which is scheduled to be released today (the 29th) at 6 PM, according to Universal Music.

This work is particularly significant given the original song’s enduring popularity in South Korea. Universal Music described the track as an “immortal masterpiece” beloved by Korean listeners, making Taeyeon’s involvement a special treat for fans of both artists. Sam Smith himself took to social media earlier today (Korean time) to announce the collaboration, tagging Taeyeon in a post that featured the names “Sam Smith, Taeyeon,” along with the song title “I’m Not The Only One” and the phrase “10th Anniversary Edition.”

The response to the news has been overwhelmingly positive, with fans expressing their excitement over the pairing of these two globally recognized artists. Comments like “What a crazy combination” and “I can’t believe it” reflect the general sentiment of anticipation and enthusiasm.

Sam Smith expressed deep gratitude for the love and support his music has received from Korean fans over the years, particularly for the song “I’m Not The Only One.” He shared that the idea to have Taeyeon sing the song in Korean came from a desire to give something back to his Korean audience. He also expressed his happiness and appreciation for Taeyeon’s participation in the project, praising her exceptional voice.

Taeyeon, in turn, shared her joy at being part of such a meaningful project, stating, “I’m so happy to be a part of Sam Smith’s 10th-anniversary debut album project.” She acknowledged Sam Smith’s global fame and said there was no reason to turn down the opportunity to collaborate with such a talented artist. Taeyeon also mentioned that it was a unique and special experience for her to sing a song she has always loved in her native Korean, and she hopes that the song will bring comfort and resonate with many listeners.

In The Lonely Hour is a landmark album in Sam Smith’s career, having achieved significant commercial success and critical acclaim. It set a Guinness World Record for the longest consecutive stay in the top 10 of the UK Album Charts and has maintained a strong presence on Korean music charts for a decade. The deluxe version of this 10th anniversary edition, which features contributions from other renowned artists such as Alicia Keys and Hikaru Utada, is set to be released at midnight on the 30th.