Lewis Capaldi 'blown away' by response to new song after topping the charts
Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi has expressed his astonishment at the overwhelming response to his latest single, marking a triumphant return to the music scene.
The 28-year-old's new track, Survive, shot to the top of the charts this week, securing the Number 1 spot. According to the Official Charts, the song has garnered over four million streams in its debut week.
That marks the largest opening week of any Number 1 single in 2025 thus far. The accomplishment is the latest milestone in Capaldi's remarkable comeback, which has included a surprise performance at Glastonbury.
The Glasgow-born artist also made an appearance at a Swiss music festival and has announced a comeback tour, with scheduled dates at the Hydro and P&J Live in Aberdeen later this year.
The talent will also play shows in London, Manchester, Sheffield, Birmingham, Nottingham, Cardiff, and Dublin.
Taking to Instagram, the Forget Me chanter expressed his gratitude, stating he has been "absolutely blown away" by the response and "cannot thank everyone enough".
In a video message, he added: "I just wanted to do a video to say thank you to every single person who has streamed, downloaded, and bought a physical copy of Survive this week.
"We are number 1 in the UK, it's the fastest-selling song in the UK this year.
"I'm over the moon to be back doing what I love doing, and thanks to you we're back at number 1.
"I'll see you all soon. Love you. Bye."
Thousands of people rushed to the comment section to congratulate the Someone You Loved singer on the feat, including some famous faces.
Liverpool musician Jamie Webster commented: "Good to have you back lad. Congratulations."
Sonny Jay, Capital Late Show Host and Dancing on ice 2021 champion, scribed: "What a man".
Meanwhile, rapper Professor Green and TV presenter Ulrika Jonsson posted red love heart emojis in support.
X Factor duo Jedward also made their feelings known, writing: "Always number 1 in our hearts".
Last weekend, Capaldi performed a 35-minute set at Glastonbury's Pyramid stage, two years after struggling to manage his Tourette syndrome symptoms while singing on the same stage.
The condition causes you to make sudden, repetitive sounds or movements and while there is no cure, treatment can help manage the tics, according to the NHS website.
Introducing Survive at the festival, Capaldi became visibly emotional as he said: 'The last two years haven't been the best for me, it's been difficult at times... This has been my f****** goal, to get back here."
Speaking to Official Charts, Capaldi thanked fans who had streamed and downloaded Survive, saying it "really means the world".
"I've been away for a little while, and to come back to this outpouring of love and support has been absolutely incredible," he said. "I can't thank everybody enough for all the kind words since Glastonbury – and now this.
"It's been the best week of my life."
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