Myles Smith is a British singer-songwriter whose soul-stirring mix of folk, pop, and Americana has made him one of the most exciting emerging voices in music today. Born on June 3, 1998, in Luton, England, to a British-Jamaican family, Smith grew up surrounded by a diverse range of sounds that would later shape his signature style. He picked up the guitar at just nine years old and began performing at local open mic nights by twelve, inspired by artists like Ed Sheeran, Mumford & Sons, and Coldplay.

Though he studied at the University of Nottingham and initially pursued a career outside of music, the pandemic in 2020 became a turning point. During lockdown, Smith began uploading acoustic covers on TikTok, quickly earning a devoted fanbase with his warm vocals and heartfelt delivery—his cover of “Sweater Weather” by The Neighbourhood went viral and opened the doors to a deal with Sony Music UK.

In 2024, Myles released his debut EP You Promised a Lifetime, with tracks like “Solo” and “My Home” striking a chord with listeners. His breakout hit “Stargazing” climbed to No. 4 on the UK Singles Chart and was certified platinum, praised for its emotional vulnerability and catchy acoustic hooks.

Smith’s rise has been meteoric: he won BBC Introducing Artist of the Year in 2024, followed by the BRIT Rising Star Award in 2025. With nearly 700 million streams and support slots alongside Ed Sheeran, Myles Smith is carving out a space for heartfelt, honest music in today’s global pop landscape.