Top 10 songs from Sam Smith's 'In The Lonely Hour'

Sam Smith has had quite the ride during his time as a successful singer and he is celebrating his birthday today. Now at the age of 22, Smith has had plenty of hits, including “Stay with Me” and “I’m Not the Only One,” in which his video featured actress Dianna Agron.

Not only that, but Smith has also won four Grammy awards, including Best Pop Vocal Album for In The Lonely Hour. His album was personal for him, as it was written after he experienced heartache. But he turned that heartbreak into an incredible album that anyone can listen to and enjoy over and over again.

In honor of Smith’s birthday, TheCelebrityCafe.com is ranking the songs on In The Lonely Hour. Of course, it’s hard to choose when the songs are simply incredible, but there are some that we just tend to listen to more than others. What is your favorite song from the album? Which do you think should have a higher ranking?

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10. I’ve Told You Now

With a slow, melodic beat to bring us into the song, Smith’s smooth and soft vocals bring this song to life. It’s a beautiful, heartbreaking song about unrequited love that people can relate to.

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9. Not in The Way

This song has a great beat to go with the beautiful and soft rhythm of Smith’s vocals. It is a recognizable melody that can make anyone take notice and give the song a chance to listen out for. Plus, any song that captures having to turn someone down is definitely something people could possibly relate to.

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8. Like I Can

Released as his fifth single, “Like I Can” focuses on the feelings that someone has they are better for the one they love than their romantic rival. Unlike the other songs on his album, Smith’s vocals are more fast-paced and don’t have the mournful sound that is recognizable in other singles released.

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7. Life Support

For this song, we hear a higher pitch from Smith as he sings about needing someone to be his support since they are that person to him. It’s a great song about loving and needing someone with all you are.

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6. Leave your Lover

Beginning with a guitar riff, this song talks about wanting someone who they are to compete with. It’s a song of longing and wishing to have someone who isn’t completely theirs.

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5. Money on my Mind

This catchy tune is an upbeat way to begin the album and is one of Smith’s singles that he released. It reached number one in the UK and the video for the song focuses on people enjoying the casinos in Las Vegas.

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4. Good Thing

This song begins with a classical tune has a great rhythm to go with the theme of the song. While not released as a single, it is still a really good song to be showcased on the album.

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3. Lay Me Down

This song was Smith’s debut single from his album. It is a slow, soft, and melodic song that focuses on loss and missing someone you love. The video for the single features Smith at a funeral as people sit behind him holding candles.

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2. Stay with Me

One of his most recognizable singles, Smith’s soulful and beautiful voice echoes the longing we have for someone to be with us since we want them so much.

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1. I’m Not The Only One

This song ranks high on our list not only because of the catchy beat and beautiful vocals, but it also has a great video that has a classic and gorgeous feel, showing the different feelings one goes through when they know someone is unfaithful.

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