Key facts
- Myles Smith's debut album, "My Mess, My Heart, My Life," is delayed by one week.
- The album draws inspiration from five years of the artist's therapy notes.
- Smith aims to explore themes of struggle, recovery, and vulnerability.
- The song "Sertraline" addresses mental health and masculinity.
- Niall Horan is featured on the track "Drive Safe."
Singer-songwriter Myles Smith has delayed the release of his debut album, "My Mess, My Heart, My Life," by one week, citing a need to fully appreciate the moment after years of touring and nearing burnout. The album, which incorporates five years of therapy notes, delves into themes of struggle, recovery, and vulnerability. Smith, a 28-year-old breakthrough artist, blends folk-infused pop with anthemic choruses, known for his emotionally open songwriting. Tracks like "Sertraline" address mental health and masculinity, with Smith emphasizing the importance of vulnerability for Black male artists. He hopes his success can pave the way for others. The album also features personal reflections on family and loss in "Grandma's Place." Collaborators include producer Peter Fenn and songwriter Gabe Simon. Niall Horan is the sole guest artist on "Drive Safe." Smith values friendships with artists like Horan and Ed Sheeran for their grounding influence. While much of the album looks back, its latter half offers a more hopeful outlook with songs like "Nice To Meet You," "Gold," and "Stay (If You Wanna Dance)."