"Smooth Sailin'" is a song co-written
and performed by American
rhythm and blues
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singer
Leon Bridges
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, issued as the second
single from his debut studio album ''
Coming Home''. As of January 9, 2016, the song has reached #1 on the ''
Billboard''
Triple A chart.
On December 5, 2015, Bridges performed "Smooth Sailin'" on ''
Saturday Night Live
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''.
Critical reception
"Smooth Sailin'" has received positive reviews. Gabriela Tully Claymore of
Stereogum called it "a feel-good love song";
while Lauren Nostro of ''
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'' referred to it as "a perfect, slow-burning track that
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soundtrack
he listener'sentire summer".
Paley Martin of ''
Billboard'' stated that the song is "equal parts fresh and nostalgic" while complimenting Bridges' "signature retro sound with vocals that match".
Music video
The
music video
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for "Smooth Sailin'" was directed by Vern Moen.
Charts
Weekly charts
Year-end charts
References
External links
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2015 songs
2015 singles
Columbia Records singles
Leon Bridges songs
Songs written by Leon Bridges
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