Stepping Into ‘Queer Joy’: With Sam Smith at Their English Country Getaway - Billboard

Embracing their identity, the artist has found a revitalized creative spirit — and is ready to show the world that soulful songs can be happy, too.

At Sam Smith’s country home in Buckinghamshire, England, there’s a little barnhouse tucked to the side of the sprawling property. A small faux menagerie — turtles, flamingos, even a sloth named Keith… [+22811 chars]

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