Sam Smith Drops ‘To Be Free’ Music Video / Announces 12-Date Concert Residency in New York

Sam Smith is breathing new life into a previously shelved ballad: ‘To Be Free.’

Recorded during the British superstar’s ‘Gloria‘ era, Smith – not believing it was right for that Pop-driven record – finally lifted the lid on the touching, choir-driven cut on Friday (July 25).

“I’ve never had a recording experience like I did making this song. It’s one vocal and guitar take from start to finish – one live performance of me and my friend Simon Aldred in a pure state of music and expression,” Sam shared before saying, “I’ve been waiting for the right time to release this song and I couldn’t be happier that it’s finally yours.”

Arriving alongside its official music video directed by (La)Horde, hop inside to get acquainted with the latest from Smith.

Smith has not confirmed if ‘Free’ will be on the tracklist to their highly anticipated ‘Gloria’ follow-up.

As of time of this report, the project – which will be Sam’s fifth studio album – does not have an announced release date.

The arrival of the ‘Free’ video was accompanied by news of the ‘To Be Free: New York City’ residency – a 12-night affair at the historic Brooklyn venue Warsaw kicking off October 8 and wrapping on Halloween (October 31).

Presale tickets are available on Tuesday (July 29) before the general sale launches on Friday (August 1).

Update (October 3): Sam has not only expanded the New York stay to 24 dates but also added a ‘To Be Free: San Francisco Residency’ that will take place at the historic Castro Theatre for 8 dates.

Visit Smith’s official website for details.