Sam Smith - Writing's on the Wall (At The BBC)

Performing the James Bond theme that won him an Oscar at his very own show on the BBC, presented by Fearne Cotton.
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[@diyorads]

He sings so effortlessly, truly amazing!

[@Oskar-nm7pg]

Diyora Akhmedova yes, but trust me. He is focused af, this song is incredibly hard 😭 he was so stressed while Oscars tho 😭

[@Followmyprofile]

You can see his him focusing when he intentionally drop his jaw as he sing high notes to make them 100% relaxed)

[@Loveislove2024]

i feel stupid saying the same thing u did but i agree lol smh

[@marcelafranca2323]

His voice is unbelievable. And the orchestra sounds amazing. Edit: Their voice*

[@julietagimeno3856]

i'm the 2020th like!!!! so proud for no reason!!

[@geopine2066]

Then you should hear the same song by Conchita Wurst!

[@hala-tf6zt]

THEIR voice

[@marcelafranca2323]

@@hala-tf6zt I made this comment two years ago. Back then, I had no idea Sam Smith identified as non-binary, and I think they only talked about this subject in 2019. I meant no disrespect.

[@hala-tf6zt]

@@marcelafranca2323 oh sorry . i didn't notice that . i just wanted to remind you ❤

[@RaymondArias]

I'd love to say that this is one of the most beautiful "James Bond" theme-songs that I'd ever heard.

[@lesliehatton7519]

Definitely. A well-deserved Oscar win for sure.

[@phival2003]

After golden eye

[@user-yu4uh9rc8f]

Agree 💕

[@Jax_the_kat44]

So true

[@nicolaslecellier6980]

Well I have a soft spot for "The World Is Not Enough"

[@EBB-kab]

Love this version of Sam. Simple genius and making it all look just so easy.

[@gerardkwok5774]

Thanks for speaking up. I also like this "version" of Sam better

[@kekandagapura7491]

yes.agreed.👍💯

[@vannylu]

his voice is incredible

[@samuelhastings6859]

my only critique what in 70s hell is he styled like.

[@Oskar-nm7pg]

Sammy Hastings it doesn't matter, his voice tone and vocal range is to die for

[@samuelhastings6859]

hes a falsetto cheater.

[@godddd.6857]

And he doesn’t like his own voice. 😏

[@Jax_the_kat44]

@@godddd.6857 you should know by now not to say he say they

[@ishandraws8884]

how?? how can someone sing exactly like the studio version???? is he really a human??? or superhuman??

[@todo870]

TTD: Time To Draw He doesn’t over auto tune

[@crazymelomanka]

He sings this live! Can't you hear the difference??

[@sa.t.2507]

Are you stupid? The audio is processed, auto tuned and corrected in the editing before they upload the clip on youtube. Madonna did the same thing on her terrible Eurovision performance.

[@user-jq4xd3ck3d]

@@sa.t.2507 I am very sorry but you are wrong. Sam Smith has a gorgeous, outstanding voice like no other. He doesn't use autotune, hits every SINGLE note PERFECTLY and even adds a bit of a spice by changing a small piece of the song live. You are my friend, once again, very wrong if you think that Sam uses a slightest pitch of autotune.

[@navsudan]

Listen to Dimash ( sos, opera #2, hello).

[@nataliechapman4544]

The very best James Bond theme song I’ve heard. I’ve listened to this over and over again. It’s captivating.

[@bobcatbigpaws5597]

I keep going back to it. Makes tears come to my eyes. Sam Smith had the most beautiful voice and all his songs are Oscar wins.

[@ColionStackWorthy]

And Adele skyfall

[@augierivera3290]

The BBC’s orchestra is always stunning. Some of the best in the business.

[@makeupmadness2010]

I love how the audience is just entranced by his voice. When I saw him live, it was like I was stunned and not able to move or do anything but watch in awe.

[@vanirana5678]

You are so lucky.. I wanna see him live as well.., 😭

[@jenifferkiruki1695]

I think I would be entranced too

[@superboy5974]

Goosebumps every time

[@EmersonMichael]

This! I had the same experience.

[@imsad5986]

Same

[@AP-cv7ur]

appreciation for the absolutely amazing orchestra who never fail to do a flawless job

[@woglerwainwright]

True, pure perfection!!!!

[@CDB8939]

BBC Concert Orchestra

[@Omar-tn9fj]

One of my favorite parts is the low brass when they get a little solo

[@jonathansk1905]

After 4 years, rewatched and listened to this song, still got goosebump when Sam sings : For you, I have to risk it all....This guy is legends.

[@johnmurphy7674]

Yeah he sang one of the best theme ever made.

[@gerardpardon4280]

Me too ! . . .

[@i.1213]

Everybody’s mesmerized by Smith’s voice skills, but I’m equally mesmerized by the orchestra’s music skills.

[@thamizhthendral31]

literally crying, their voice was amazing here and the orchestra was breathtakingly beautiful. one of my favourite songs ever. perfection.

[@bachelorette2209]

It's a duet but only the woke know that truth

[@rm3364]

@@ethangarcia854the commenter is simply using the pronoun Sam chose. It‘s just a respectful gesture.

[@wrenewal]

​@@bachelorette2209that's not really relevant. we're just complementing Sam for the performance. I don't understand why we can't just leave opinions aside and respect the artistry. im tired of hearing the word "woke" in places that don't even make sense.

[@saberhap2639]

His* he's not more than one person.

[@killingtime1313]

Wait..I only see one person singing, I’m confused

[@piinayxniinja]

Sam Smith could sing about mitosis and it'd still be beautiful.

[@lailao272]

Truee XD

[@raipa111]

Are you kidding me; if Sam Smith had written a song about mitosis I wouldn't have failed biology in high school!

[@patigiddens1314]

Cassandra P I don't know what that is but I agree!!!

[@lailao272]

I can't believe you just said that...

[@patigiddens1314]

Roger Moore I guess you'd know Roger you were the worst Bond ever.

[@aishayahyakamil8122]

His voice is like liquid gold👌✨

[@PandaKawaiiYkulcomerabanos]

aisha yahya kamil yazss

[@josuemontes8389]

Liquid?

[@ladydivaalfee]

That is like a statement from Simon Cowell towards Alice in BRT after she sang my funny valentine for the audition

[@emeldabanda9609]

Wow Sam Smith can sing...

[@cat-urn4585]

Producers: ok let's get the auto tune in here Sam: I am the auto tune

[@mrmartinez1333]

i am iron man

[@jstuckless]

They tried to auto tune it and the computer was just like "I'm chillin' bro."

[@DaniHMcV]

Exactly. He has a naturally built-in auto-tune. Sam Smith is pure talent. ❤️❤️❤️

[@irfaandavids6158]

I appreciate this type of audience, they let the artist showcase his/her artistry and not flood the sound with their cheers or screams or try to record every single thing that happens on stage!

[@anafonseca1263]

My my.. I'm always amazed by the way he manages to sound so similar to the album versions or even better in live performances

[@renataleandro2761]

Ana Fonseca Couldn't agree more ❤

[@imaniclark4921]

Cause he’s so good he doesn’t need all that editing most singers do, he sounds good in studio and live because it’s his actual voice

[@gizemylmazer7133]

Just like Adele

[@eddiekr]

pure talent both him and the orchestra

[@yomikemun649]

Total agree

[@pritammandal570]

World-class orchestra+ soothing voice+ mature audience = KZbin Premium

[@darkmagic8226]

Yesss exactly 🎉🎉

[@FoneaCCry7]

World class voice too

[@Guvnor_75]

Sam Smith's live Bond theme performance is a mesmerising masterpiece. Comments worldwide echo awe for his superhuman vocal talent and the orchestra's brilliance. It's an unforgettable musical experience.

[@simplymj7614]

He admitted this song is hard to sing, said the key is too high. Well that's a humbling thing to say, even he struggles to singing his own songs lol

[@SH-ux5ij]

He makes Singing that song seem so easy with those beautiful eyes and voice

[@pradheesandeepana]

SimplyMJ did that sound like struggling dude ? Obviously not ,you wanna see struggling go check charlie puth live shows where that guy is almost choking on his own songs 😂

[@vanessaspeaks]

You should listen to James Graham from The Four perform this song!!!

[@rexke934]

Well it sure doesn't look like it

[@c_jade]

if he did struggle, i could hardly tell. he's so freaking talented!!

[@AP-cv7ur]

his voice is actual silk

[@rossananiebla8784]

He sings so naturally and he sings like angel with wings...he is my inspiration and he's made so many people happy with his wit and smooth and beautiful voice!! He has me under his spell ...who else is under?? ..in 2019?

[@Jax_the_kat44]

I agree but it's not he it's them

[@jb4958]

@@Jax_the_kat44 that's your opinion. Keep your braindead ideology to yourself, while people with real problems acknowledge reality 🙈

[@Tko123mk]

Who's still listening? The song is sung perfectly, 100% on spot... Is he even human?

[@mephisto1039]

They*

[@wumpnut]

@@mephisto1039 did your reply make kevin change his word to they mephisto, did it? stupid

[@vathneatoch2360]

This is how heaven sounds like

[@lqmnysry1043]

Vathnea Toch how do you know this is sound from heaven ? Did you go to heaven ?

[@nina-ww2zx]

Lqmn Ysry That is because his voice sounds beautiful and he is very good singer,P.S. this perfomance is 🔝.

[@raghad6089]

Vathnea Toch 🙂🙂

[@row7356]

If I die and I go to Heaven and the angels won't be singing with beautiful voices like this, I will be highly dissapointed.

[@A1Brzy]

Lqmn Ysry hes trying to say the song is amazing

[@Rorita50]

I've been here before But always hit the floor I've spent a lifetime runnin' And I always get away But with you I'm feeling something That makes me want to stay I'm prepared for this I never shoot to miss But I feel like a storm is coming If I'm gonna make it through the day Then there's no more use in runnin' This is something I gotta face [Pre-Chorus] If I risk it all Could you break my fall? [Chorus] How do I live? How do I breathe? When you're not here I'm suffocating I wanna feel love run through my blood Tell me is this where I give it all up? For you I have to risk it all Cause the writing's on the wall [Verse 2] A million shards of glass That haunt me from my past As the stars begin to gather And the light begins to fade When all hope begins to shatter Know that I won't be afraid [Pre-Chorus] If I risk it all Could you break my fall? [Chorus] How do I live? How do I breathe? When you're not here I'm suffocating I wanna feel love, run through my blood Tell me is this where I give it all up? For you I have to risk it all Cause the writing's on the wall [Bridge: Instrumental] The writing's on the wall [Chorus] How do I live? How do I breathe? When you're not here I'm suffocating I wanna feel love, run through my blood Tell me is this where I give it all up? How do I live? How do I breathe? When you're not here I'm suffocating I wanna feel love run through my blood Tell me is this where I give it all up? For you I have to risk it all Cause the writing's on the wall

[@tippusultan8173]

Celine Naser thank you for the lyrics. But it’s would you break my fall.

[@ernestokenwa3123]

9ce😭

[@denhurensohn9276]

@@tippusultan8173 no it's not Listen to the studio version

[@SciTrekMan]

@@tippusultan8173 No, its’ “could”

[@janetthomson6815]

This song gives me the chills. Sam Smith has an amazing voice range.

[@bluewave152]

Nobody can say a single negative thing about this performance! It is perfect!

[@RidgewayInMedia]

I prefer the performance of this song on the Graham Norton Show, but we really are splitting hairs.

[@kazzuhiko123]

He looked nervous here though. Understandably because it’s BBC, a huge broadcast plus the fact that it’s a bond theme so you have the BBC entire britain plus bond fanatics peering at you…and also because Sam himself (or themselves) said this one of the songs he finds challenging to sing live. I tried singing this song to my vocal coach and made a couple of mistakes despite having practiced it several times. This song requires power and softness with lots of concentration on hitting and holding the notes correctly as you journey up and down your falsetto and chest voice, not to mention trying your best to give out a consistent vibrato while making sure you “budget” your breathing appropriately. It’s crazy.

[@sanandamaitreya4121]

Yo sí, su voz es tan perfecta y está tan concentrado en ello que se olvida de su lenguaje corporal y su dominio escénico.. solo se balancea de un lado al otro transmitiendo tensión.

[@mattm7771]

He nails this song every single time

[@GamingAuthorityStudio]

Matthew McFarlin he nails all songs every single time*

[@bryantgamez5083]

Well except that one time at the Oscars

[@tierral9052]

Bryant Gamez he still sounded amazing it just wasn’t his best

[@OverlordOfCats]

Except in the movie.

[@parthnanda1667]

@@bryantgamez5083 that was just after he had vocal cords surgery

[@winonawu8260]

omg I want to see him live

[@a1ma376]

Winona Wu oh my gosh me too

[@alfchuah]

I hope you have managed to catch him in his world tour now.

[@kiriando9024]

You must, I thought he was somehow much better in person. It was almost a religious experience.

[@liv6128]

I saw him a few nights ago in concert and he was beyond amazing! I can’t stress enough how talented he is! Ugh it was so good

[@dawnjackson5113]

genious

[@kevinkiehn826]

One of my favorite "Bond" songs. They sound just as good live as the studio version.

[@danibanani2427]

1:58 is so powerful

[@user-nu1pn2zd9n]

This is my best favorite song, best of sam’s art.

[@dawnjackson5113]

Fav bond song. Gave me goose bumps watching at cinema

[@sarahlawless]

One of the best bond songs ever. His voice goes under your skin...

[@swerveon]

So beautiful. James Graham can also give tribute to this song.

[@Midwesterngrown]

Still one of the best live performances ever

[@shobhitkumar3186]

The fact that his voice remains exactly same is just Spectacular.... Truly a miracle !!

[@AvidadoVini]

This orchestra compliments his voice incredibly well.

[@anitapana9577]

The most wonderful song I ever heard

[@a1ma376]

His voice no matter what he does (in his songs and when live) sounds so perfect and natural and I love it 🧡

[@curlyanoable]

how the hell does he sound so close to the studio version....This is just amazing. Awesome vocals man. He just does this so effortlessly

[@tillmanross5834]

So effortless. I swear I can play this, and feel like it's the studio cut. Simply amazing.

[@arifarifin2612]

2021 😌 still love his perfomance

[@paulmorris5663]

This song is absolutely wonderful, beautifully written, fantastic arrangement and amazing voice - and what a range of voice! This is possibly the best Bond song and is perhaps very underrated.

[@wayneellison2602]

Thankyou

[@Dina-zr9hw]

Brilliant vocal masterpiece.

[@Xocjen]

His live performances are simply breathtaking. Goosebumps! 💕

[@hrhaakash]

Incredible voice - actually one of the best bond themes!

[@juliojosecastell4533]

We all leave a mark on this world when we leave, today I want to leave my mark here and say that I am happy to have been part of the generation that likes good music, music that touches our hearts, today I just want to say that the I love all of us who share this space, this time, this world.

[@maverickthegayone]

If singers were ranked, he's like top top top S rank, in my opinion he is the best singer in the world. Never heard anyone as good as him live

[@laceehenry7978]

Maverick Garcia i agree completely

[@mastool005]

Heard of freddie mercury before!!

[@josuemontes8389]

ahmed gamal i think he was great but cmon Sam gotd it too

[@nicpap6046]

He is a great George Michael fan 🙌🙏

[@tommycanaparo443]

Maverick Garcia absolutely agree.. as a singer i always admire his perfect vocal technique, just flawless

[@sayyamnasir8080]

The live he did on the graham show was soo perfect. He sung it beautifully👑

[@johnmurphy7674]

He is one of the rare singers that can sing exactly like the studio version. I got goosebumps.

[@rd-pd8xb]

I can only think of Bond taking down Blofeld when I hear this song. This song was so perfect with Spectre. So many Bond songs become inseparable from the movie. The lone exception is LaLD by Wings.

[@nisha69stang]

Omg I Love You...I’ve listened to this song hundreds of times and every single time I break down...Thank you Thank You for making such BEAUTIFUL MUSIC 🎶❤️💕

[@bonerock67]

First time I ever heard his beautiful and unique voice, I Immediately said this man has got what it takes to go to the top and stay there. It just getting better and better!!!

[@timhendon553]

Best ever James Bond song - and Ive heard them all from Shiley Bassey onwards......what a song, what a talent

[@debrastevenson709]

Such an amazing, out of this world blazing talent, I have chills all over because his voice octaves, are just superhuman like! He's blessed beyond measure!!!

[@pamelarodriguez1739]

I so proud of him! He is one of the greatest singers of all time and he is living a happy part of his life right now 💙💙💙💙

[@denhurensohn9276]

Them* they* they*

[@Jax_the_kat44]

Yeah they

[@uszatku9417]

@@denhurensohn9276 No, him. Wake up.

[@AP-cv7ur]

my favorite song

[@Imani_AM]

This is one of the most beautiful music performances I've ever watched 😲🤩 I still can't believe how beautiful Sam Smith's voice is 😌 it's crazy! I've loved this song since it came out ♥️

[@pradheesandeepana]

What’s the point of doing a studio recording when this man sings exactly like the recorded version 100 % live 🤷‍♂️❤️

[@markemsworth4235]

Probably, one of the most evocative Bond Themes ever written and performed...(elypsis)...The name's Spectre. "It's not a person, it's a place"

[@ewertonkakum]

Absurdamente maravilhoso! Esplêndido! Magnífico! Perfeito! Música linda, interpretação impecável, orquestra afinadissima! Uooou bravo! 🎶🎶👏👏👏👏

[@natalyvincent8908]

This song made me fall in love with Sam Smith songs. I'll follow all his album

[@darkgotham3449]

March 2019. Listening from New Zealand... Wow

[@aranzaruiz6674]

Podría escuchar a Sam cantar 24/7 y jamás aburrirme! Incredible amazing! I'm so in love with the way he sing, 100% soul!!💛💛💛💛

[@DCPhoto]

THIS IS INCREDIBLE

[@karensingh3330]

Tears ran down my face, even diring up beat songs.. How blessed you are with such a voice Sam Smith... What a pleasure it was to see you sing live, precious memory💞👑

[@emilioferro9586]

No Autotune, pure Talent... This is Sam Smith... Brilliant!!!

[@bryanloresca4182]

That piano part always gives me chills 😍 His voice is sensational.

[@bitconemaxi]

How could someone even dislike this... 4 dislikes, seriously?

[@NorfolkWolfB]

Simple just the jealous ppl

[@khiemphanhuynh6930]

I’ve been here before But always hit the floor I’ve spent a lifetime running And I always get away But with you I’m feeling something That makes me want to stay Unprepared for this I never shoot to miss But I feel like a storm is coming If I’m going to make it through the day Then there’s no more use in running This is something I’ve got to face If I risk it all Could you break my fall? How do I live? How do I breathe? When you’re not here I’m suffocating I want to feel love Run through my blood Tell me is this where I give it all up? For you I have to risk it all Cos the writing’s on the wall A million shards of glass That haunt me from my past As the stars begin to gather And the light begins to fade When all hope begins to shatter Know that I won’t be afraid If I risk it all Could you break my fall? How do I live? How do I breathe? When you’re not here I’m suffocating I want to feel love Run through my blood Tell me is this where I give it all up? For you I have to risk it all Cos the writing’s on the wall The writing’s on the wall How do I live? How do I breathe? When you’re not here I’m suffocating I want to feel love Run through my blood Tell me is this where I give it all up? How do I live? How do I breathe? When you’re not here I’m suffocating I want to feel love Run through my blood Tell me is this where I give it all up? For you I have to risk it all Cos the writing’s on the wall

[@valerian1158]

Probably the best JB song ever! Qualitative live version! 😍

[@ashrafabdillah5369]

Can I just say that midnight train is the best song off the new album?

[@Jimerules]

Ashraf Abdillah totally agree!!!! It's pure magic!

[@Haribollll]

All songs r gold!

[@shreyas9318]

Ashraf Abdillah I feel like The Thrill Of It All was the best song of the album.

[@semingunay562]

Def!

[@alicemorel6779]

He looks a lot healthier here. In every way. A gay man. Without all the confusion. Hope he finds himself again. Hes completely lost and f'd up right now by whoevers twisted all his thoughts. Poor guy. Such a beautiful voice. 💜

[@rafaelmartins2135]

I was transported for other place. Amazing orchestra and brilliant voice. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@expressiveworld]

Anybody noticed while singing this beautiful song, his eyes got watered...I love him ❤️

[@donnaevans9894]

OMG Amazing Sam!!!! This is what the live performance of this song should be! Perfect!

[@rafmpn3643]

After 1 year I hear this song again and I can't believe it's live😍 his voice is wonderful like silk and much better live than the audios💕

[@jussarasoaresadm]

Que harmonia maravilhosa! Que lindo!

[@louna7229]

I'd wish there was more of that 'thumb in the air' asset to really shows how much I love listening to his voice, his songs, this live!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@arnielcruz1339]

That orchestra tho’ 😍😍😍♥️

[@bruh6d9]

RIGHT! Those French horns are SINGING!!!

[@fatimacaldas8681]

👏👏👏👏👏

[@emilyevers1067]

His voice is smoother than my skin . 😧

[@toggs1781]

Sorry but this is the best he’s ever looked

[@TwilightAngel_89]

Agreed 😅he let himself go since

[@michaelsutton6532]

Poor guy, must be really unhappy to have let him self get to the point he's in now

[@sashabazine8364]

oh you really like it when people are depressed and miserable

[@unavailable8353]

@@michaelsutton6532 no, they’re happier and feel free. mind your own

[@unavailable8353]

to YOU. when will people realise that your view on someone else does NOT MATTER. especially when it’s about comparing someone’s past to their present- when they are happier.

[@ashleyv22]

So very beautiful it’s like angelic I love his voice & this song he did. 🥰🙏🏻

[@renatadomarco2026]

PQP que voz! Que música! De arrepiar!

[@user-nj2gg3oz9o]

Это бесподобно!! Голос бога… Сложно отличить от студийной записи… Лучшая песня в Бондиане…

[@maksimtroshkov173]

Отличить не сложно. Просто переслушайте как звучат верхние ноты в записи. К сожалению, в живую такого чистого звука без обработки получить не удастся.

[@suzanhanna181]

I am listening to him over and over . Brilliant, I love his voice and every tone touch my soul

[@kaafibright7695]

Voice so smooth and powerful, you could listen to it forever and never get bored.

[@scubb966]

Nothing from his new self can beat his elegance here. It's not about his sexuality it's about his personality and I miss the old him.

[@samantavianna2591]

Artista completo, voz linda, bela interpretação e inspirado compositor. Parabéns Sam Smith por seu admirável talento.

[@fefi747]

Wow!!! I got here to see how good he is in a live presentation outside of a studio. This is a talented gentleman, no difference between a live and a studio presentation,he is that good,,Amazing!! It's incredible how easy he can manipulate his voice tone !!! I see a Bright furure for Sam Smith. God bless you!!!!

[@yvelinekrupa3833]

Beautiful symphonics music and Beautiful song,thancks you.Yveline Krupa from France.

[@stelioskioumousiss2766]

He has so much passion at his heart.... is just amazing...i can't he deserve more

[@cassielcruzchavolla809]

The comments are so rude, can't believe that in 2023 y'all still haven't learned making fun of a stranger's appearance and making assumptions about their well-being is bullying and none of your business. Not vibing with their new vibe and music, don't listen to it, but don't go spreading hate just because you don't like the way someone looks.

[@arindamdas936]

How can the orchestration ne so close to the studio version ? Absolutely amazing. I have no doubt that this version has not been corrected or auto-tuned.

[@jersonalviar9995]

How to follow his footstep,,,he is a Perfections,,,he's always blown my mind everytime i heard him singing❤❤❤

[@BlakieTT]

There's just SOMETHIN DIFFERENT about this boy. That voice, man. Stunning. Absolutely literally amazing.

[@pattik2014]

Gaaaa!!! ... so drawn in... I'm in awe, speechless! God given voice! Thank you!

[@tatum3d]

What a voice. It’s a voice that can move you to tears. It reminds me that there is beauty in the world. Despite all the pain and sorrow there is beauty. It elevates us

[@zuriatizakaria1223]

Indeed

[@merasolreyes4960]

One of the best songs of Sam❤❤❤❤❤ With incredible vocals.