17 Best Singers Like Sam Smith

Ellie Goulding

It’s not surprising that the over-the-top melodic melodrama of Ellie Goulding would draw some comparisons to Sam Smith.

The English singer and songwriter’s Grammy-winning hit, “Love Me Like You Do” has infiltrated every corner of the world, and it’s unlikely you haven’t heard it, even if you’ve been living under a rock.

As with many female pop stars, Goulding has been pictured alongside Sam Smith on more than one occasion, and apparently, their songs make for fantastic mashups as well.

Bebe Rexha

American singer and songwriter Bebe Rexha had a hand in writing Eminem’s “The Monster,” and has even written for the likes of Selena Gomez, Nick Jonas, and Shinee. Her 2015 debut EP, I Don’t Wanna Grow Up, was a modest success.

The country crossover hit with Florida Georgia Line, “Meant to Be,” is what ultimately brought her into the limelight she enjoys today.

The Sam Smith-Bebe Rexha connection has a lot to do with TikTok, a bit of fun and controversy you might enjoy looking into.

If you like Rexha, you might also want to investigate “I’m Good (Blue),” “Heart Wants What It Wants,” and “I’m A Mess.”

RAYE

British singer-songwriter RAYE started her music career early, at the tender age of 17, releasing multiple EPs and performing tirelessly. She would find commercial success in 2016 and 2017 when she was featured on singles like “By Your Side,” “Secrets,” “You Don’t Know Me,” and “Bed.”

Hardly surprising, but RAYE and Sam Smith have been pictured together on multiple occasions, and you don’t need to dig deep to find mashups and remixes featuring the two.

Rihanna

As one of the wealthiest women in the music industry, Barbadian singer and actress Rihanna barely needs an introduction.

As for her connection to Sam Smith? Say it with me if you already know. Pictures. Mashups. You get it. Smith even recently said it would be a dream to collaborate with Rihanna.

If you haven’t already heard, check out her “Diamonds,” “Umbrella,” and “Rude Boy.”

Meghan Trainor

American singer-songwriter Meghan Trainor rose to prominence rather rapidly and matter-of-factly, with her cheeky and silly single “All About That Bass.”

As with many others mentioned here, Trainor has been pictured with Smith repeatedly, and yes, there are mashups too.

Adam Lambert

American singer, songwriter, and actor Adam Lambert is among the most skilled and versatile on this list. He’s even been the lead singer of Queen since 2011, which is saying something.

It has been rumored that Sam Smith and Adam Lambert have dated, but so far, these claims have not been proven. The two are good friends, however.

Demi Lovato

American singer, songwriter, and actress Demi Lovato initially found fame as an actress, appearing in 2008’s Camp Rock, and 2010’s sequel, Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam. The soundtrack featured her debut single, “This Is Me,” and you could say the rest is history.

The connection here is an obvious one because Sam Smith and Demi Lovato collaborated on “I’m Ready.”

It seems Sam Smith loves to collaborate with as many of his peers and heroes as he can.

Naughty Boy

Shahid Khan, aka Naughty Boy, is a British DJ, songwriter, musician, and record producer. His inclusion here has more to do with the fact that he’s collaborated with the likes of Ed Sheeran and Sam Smith than necessarily being a Sam Smith-like singer.

Some notable Naughty Boy hits include “La La La,” “Live Before I Die,” and “One Chance to Dance.”

Top Singers Like Sam Smith, Final Thoughts

If you like Sam Smith, besides the singers and artists mentioned here, you might also want to check out John Legend, Lewis Capaldi, Tom Walker, Rag’n’Bone Man, Dean Lewis, James Bay, Passenger, and Gavin James. You’re bound to find some common ground with these singers – especially in the domain of “acoustic pop.”

Have you figured out who your favorite Sam Smith-style singer is? Is there someone else we should have mentioned?

We hope you had as much fun checking out this guide as we did putting it together.