Vocal Strain Forces Sam Smith to Cancel his Concerts

Sam Smith at CBS RADIO's 'We Can Survive' concert in 2017
Sam Smith at CBS RADIO's 'We Can Survive' concert in 2017. Photo by Chelsea Lauren/Variety/REX/Shutterstock (9165956by)

Poor Sam Smith.

The “Dancing with a Stranger” singer has had crowds of thousands dancing during his tour of South Africa which began on the 13th of April.

The leg marked part of his The Thrill Of It All tour which has taken him across Europe, North America, Asia, Oceania, and finally Africa.

The 26-year-old told the audience during his first show in Johannesburg that he had wanted to visit the country for many years and was so happy to finally be performing there.

Smith performed two shows without a hitch in Johannesburg but was forced to cut short his first concert in Cape Town after only 45 minutes. After abruptly leaving the stage, a voice notified the audience that the Grammy winner would unfortunately not be able to continue due to his voice being strained.

The singer was previously forced to cancel concert dates in 2015 due to a hemorrhage on his vocal cords. He had to undergo surgery and was not allowed to speak or sing for at least three weeks.

After consultation with medical practitioners, tour organizer, Big Concerts, confirmed that Smith’s remaining two shows in Cape Town would be canceled.

Feel better, Sam. We’ll pray for you.