"Smooth Sailin'" is a song co-written and performed by American

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singer

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, issued as the second

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from his debut studio album '' Coming Home''. As of January 9, 2016, the song has reached #1 on the ''

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'' Triple A chart. On December 5, 2015, Bridges performed "Smooth Sailin'" on ''

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Critical reception

"Smooth Sailin'" has received positive reviews. Gabriela Tully Claymore of

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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

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entire summer". Paley Martin of ''

'' stated that the song is "equal parts fresh and nostalgic" while complimenting Bridges' "signature retro sound with vocals that match".

Music video

The

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for "Smooth Sailin'" was directed by Vern Moen.

Charts

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

References

External links

* * 2015 songs 2015 singles Columbia Records singles Leon Bridges songs Songs written by Leon Bridges {{2015-single-stub