Calvin Harris Prepares to Release Exciting New Country-Inspired Track Featuring His Vocals

On March 5, the renowned Scottish producer Calvin Harris shared a captivating 30-second clip of his upcoming song titled “Smoke the Pain Away.” In this visually stunning video, Harris showcases his talent by singing while seated on a chair and strumming an acoustic guitar. The footage alternates between soft focus and clear shots, highlighting his distinctive long hair as he passionately performs behind the microphone, inviting fans to anticipate this new musical direction.

Harris delivers poignant lyrics, singing, “Too late I’ve been up for days. I can’t even see straight, no I can’t smoke the pain away.” This heartfelt expression suggests a deep emotional connection to the song’s theme. Be sure to watch the intriguing clip below to experience the vibe for yourself.

In the caption accompanying the clip, Harris expresses excitement by stating, “it’s coming,” hinting at the imminent release of this anticipated song. This marks a significant moment for Harris, as it will be his first new release since “Free,” a collaboration with the talented Ellie Goulding in 2024. The song “Free” followed the successful launch of “96 Months,” a compilation album released in 2024 that featured a selection of Harris’ biggest hits throughout his impressive career.

“Smoke the Pain Away” is already garnering early praise from Harris’ wife, Vick Hope, a presenter at BBC Radio 1. She took to the comments section to voice her enthusiasm, exclaiming, “Those vocals…YEEEESSSSS!!!” along with a fire emoji, showcasing her support for his artistic evolution. As Harris ventures into this new genre, the future appears bright and full of possibilities, even though he currently does not have any confirmed performances scheduled for 2025.

The release of “Smoke the Pain Away” is not an isolated incident; it highlights a growing trend of dancers and electronic artists crossing over into country music. Notably, Avicii famously bridged this gap with his 2013 hit “Wake Me Up,” which was a massive success. Following Avicii, Diplo released a country-influenced album in 2020 and a mixtape under his real name, Thomas Wesley, in 2024. Various other producers have also experimented with blending dance and country genres, producing unique one-off singles. However, it remains uncertain whether Harris’ new track will incorporate any dance elements or remain firmly rooted in the country genre.