Lauren Spencer Smith is a British-born Canadian singer and songwriter from Port Alberni, Canada, later based in Nanaimo, British Columbia. She came to wider attention in 2020 as a Top 20 finalist on “American Idol”.
Her breakthrough arrived in 2022 when “Fingers Crossed” went viral, followed by the emotive single “Flowers”. She released her debut studio album “Mirror” in 2023, showcasing confessional pop with powerful vocals, and followed with “The Art of Being a Mess” in 2025. Earlier, her live album “Unplugged, Vol. 1” (2019) earned a Juno Award nomination for Adult Contemporary Album of the Year (2020). Other notable tracks include “Narcissist”, “Best Friend Breakup” and “That Part”. She has also been recognised with later Juno nominations, including TikTok Fan Choice. Her music sits firmly within pop, blending piano-led ballads with contemporary production and candid storytelling.
