Lewis Capaldi releases emotional new song after two years ahead of 'Glasto set'
Scottish singing sensation Lewis Capaldi has announced his comeback to music with an emotional song about 'surviving' after his two year hiatus amid his battle with mental health and Tourette's Syndrome
Lewis Capaldi has delighted is millions of fans by dropping his first single in two years after he took a hiatus from making music following his last Glastonbury set in 2023.
Ahead of his rumoured secret set at this year's festival in Worthy Farm, the Scottish singer, 28, sent shockwaves on social media when he dropped a teaser for his brand new song in a poignant Instagram video.
The song, titled Survive, clearly means a lot to the BRIT Award winning artist who has faced much turmoil over the past two years after stepping out of the limelight due to his mental health.
Alongside the video, Lewis wrote: "It's been a while." In classic Lewis style, the chart-topping artist's new song is full of emotion with lyrics including "I swear to God I'll survive" and "I'm going to get up and live until the day that I die."
Following his exciting announcement, fans have gone wild as they delight in his long-awaited return to music after he announced in June 2023 that he was taking a break to focus on his mental health after he was diagnosed with Tourette's Syndrome.
Celebrating his comeback, singer Tom Grennan commented: "Welcome back brother." Capital Radio's official Instagram page echoed: "We've missed you." Another fan gushed: "God said "Let there be light" and he gave us our Lewis Capaldi back. Id be lying if I didn't say I wasn't crying. You have been so missed. I love you."
Scottish actor James McAvoy joked: "Holy mother of c**k, it's been a while." While Callum Best added: "Welcome back Lewis, love ya mate." Former X Factor twins Jedward also jumped on the exciting announcement as they wrote: "Best news ever. Missed you."
The timing of Lewis' new music release couldn't be more electric, as he's also slated for a surprise appearance on Glastonbury's iconic Pyramid Stage. A source close to the singer revealed earlier this week: "Lewis took a decent chunk of time away and now he's ready for his fans to hear what he has been working on.
"Tomorrow is a huge day for him. He will be releasing a brand new single and it is his Pyramid Stage performance. He is in a great place and feels ready to come back into the spotlight."
Capaldi's last Pyramid Stage show in 2023 was an emotional rollercoaster, ending prematurely with the star in tears. Reflecting on that moment, he admitted it made him realise he needed to "spend much more time getting my mental and physical health in order."
Lewis took a break from singing and touring to focus on his mental and physical health, particularly his Tourette's syndrome and anxiety. He announced an extended break from touring in June 2023, after struggling with his voice during a Glastonbury performance.
The Scottish singer has been open about his Tourette's and the impact it has on his singing and stage presence. After stepping back from the public eye, Lewis quietly began crafting fresh material last year, collaborating with British songwriter Dan D'Lion and was even spotted playing acoustic guitar in the studio.
His musical return follows two chart-topping albums: the 2019 debut Divinely Uninspired To A Hellish Extent and Broken By Desire To Be Heavenly Sent from 2023.
Insiders told the Mirror that Lewis is among a handful of surprise performers at this year's festival. He's reportedly taking the Pyramid Stage at 4:55 pm on Friday. Other secret gigs include Lorde at Woodsies (11:30 am Friday), Olivia Dean and Rachel Chinouriri at Strummerville (8 pm Friday), and CMAT at BBC Introducing (1:30 pm Friday).
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