Lauren Spencer-Smith** (born September 28, 2003) is a British-born Canadian singer-songwriter hailing from Vancouver Island. She made a significant impact on the music scene by participating in the eighteenth season of *American Idol* in 2020, where she secured a spot in the top 20. Before this, in 2019, her album "Unplugged, Vol. 1" was nominated for a Juno Award in the category of Adult Contemporary Album of the Year. The year 2022 saw her gaining international recognition with the self-released song "Fingers Crossed", which achieved top 20 status in numerous countries, including the US and her native UK, thanks to a demo of the song going viral on TikTok. Her rise to fame on social media has drawn comparisons to American artist Olivia Rodrigo, and she furthered her success with the release of the song "Flowers" in 2022 As for her upcoming release, "Sad Forever", the song is a deep dive into the myriad of emotions that form the human experience. Beginning with a soft, acoustic ambiance, it sets the stage for Spencer-Smith's raw and vulnerable lyrics to shine. The song's opening lines discuss the contradiction between external perceptions and internal emotional battles, painting a vivid picture of fighting inner demons even under the bright sun. The song's chorus, which questions the enduring nature of sadness, resonates with many as it touches on the universal fear of everlasting unhappiness. Addressing the age of digital personas, the song reveals the chasm between online representations and genuine feelings. At its heart, "Sad Forever" addresses the continuous tug-of-war between appearing happy on the outside while grappling with persistent sadness within. Lauren Spencer Smith's transparency about mental health challenges and the complexities of navigating them stands out in this track, and her unapologetic vulnerability adds depth, setting it apart from standard pop narratives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices