Customer Ratings & Reviews

You can feel the heart and soul that Sam Smith put into his very first album. Deserving of the Grammy it got. Let's hope that he keeps the intensity up for future work.

The cd was in a nice sealed package with nice art work on the cover. Oh and the music on it was ok too.

Before Sam Smith was famous, I was already a fan. His mesmerizing voice makes me melt! Every single song is as beautiful as the next, they are well written, performed and produced. He writes most of the lyrics which makes him even more unique. My favorite is track 12, "Restart." All in all, one of my all time favorite albums.

When I heard the first song on this CD, I thought I'd made a mistake in purchasing the album without having listened to any sound bites first. As I listened to the whole CD though, I decided that I really like it, and the first song, which is very "pop", has grown on me. Sam Smith has amazing control of his voice, which is rich with emotion. It is his emotion-filled voice and delivery that make this album a winner.

I'm not sure what this "CD" thing was on my wife's X-mas list but Best Buy was able to help. They had this shelf of these small disk things that can be put into a slot in your car. Who knew you didn't need an iPhone to listen to your music in the car. Only problem I see is this CD only stores like 10 songs.

I saw him performing on TV, he sang Stay With Me. I really liked the song, became emotional, and knew I had to get the cd and check it out. I bought it and must admit...I DON'T love it. Maybe it was my mood, not sure, but I have to play a few more times and give it a chance. It's at least a month now, but haven't played it again. Many of my friends love the cd, I just don't feel the same. Sorry Sam.

If your heart is breaking or broken, then this is the perfect record for you. Sometimes it is good to deal with sadness and longing, so you can get it out of your system. "Stay With Me" touches your soul. These songs are a breath of fresh air when you look at what passes for pop music these days.

Great record! Sam Smith delivers a touching and sensitive record that captivates those who are in tough relationships. Best Buy was a great place to buy it and the employees there are always first class! The Short Pump store is the one I visit the most in Richmond, VA. Never a bad experience!

I have not bough a CD in a very long time. I have loved every song that I have heard on the radio so far and the price was great so I decided to buy the CD. I will have to say that I do not regret my purchase. Even though this is his first album I am looking forward to his tour.

As is the case you only hear the songs the radio what's you to hear but that was enough to peek my interest and buy this album. Listened to in on the way home from the store and was not disappointed, every song was as good as what's been played on the radio if not better.

The Magnolia folks used this CD to demonstrate the Yamaha RX-A750 and B&W speakers I bought. It really showed them off. I had to have the CD so I could hear what I heard at Magnolia at home. I have enjoyed the CD. I had never heard of Sam Smith before this. His music really shows off a sound system. His music is enjoyable and of high quality.

While I think this is a nice album and Sam has a beautiful voice.. This album is a bit of a sleeper, which is not necessarily a bad thing but I was hoping with a voice like his, there would be a more uptempo track or two... Guess I can't be upset at the album's consistency... All around decent album.

I have played this album over and over at least 60 time since purchase, it's a classic. Such a great voice with nice lyrics anyone who has ever dealt with rejection can relate to. I look forward to his sophomore album!

I enjoyed listening to all the songs on the CD and not just the songs I hear on the radio. You can sing along while in the car and/or play it out loud at home while doing chores. This one is definitely going on my iPod!

This was a gift for a family member. She loves it. I don't know his music, he sounds Michael Buble to me - but I have a bunch of friends who swoon over him, so I guess he's good. (I prefer Alice in Chains...).

I'm old school(55) yrs old. I love this CD! Sam Smiths voice is smooth,the music (instrumental) is beautiful. I love almost every song. It's good music to listen to on a rainy day..love, heartache, & dreams.

I love this CD!! This music is the best music I have heard in a very long time, you can actually understand the words he is singing for a change which doesn't happen often these days. Love it!!

This purchase was a gift and the recipient loved it. We listened to it together. Great artist... great album. Sam Smith is a refreshing voice in the current music scene.

its ok but id rather listen to all the same songs on youtube live ,,,i say wait for the deluxe version with the remixes that play on the radio, , but i like his music at times , great artist

sam smith has great voice...really impressed with his range. I liked every one of his tunes...that is rare for me. He has a bright future and will follow his music and buy more of it.