Myles Smith opens in 2026 with a meaningful first release, revealing “Drive Safely”, a heartfelt collaboration single with global pop star Niall Horan. After weeks of teasing snippets of the song on social media, Smith officially lifts the curtain, turning steady anticipation into a warm, well-deserved moment.
“Drive Safe” marks the first official collaboration between the two artists, written by Smith and Horan themselves. Rather than feeling contrived or trend-driven, the song comes as a natural extension of a creative friendship built on trust and shared instincts. Smith’s emotionally precise lyricism blends seamlessly with Horan’s globally familiar melodic warmth, resulting in a track that feels intimate, soothing and quietly powerful.
At its heart, “Drive Safe” explores the inherent uncertainty of life. The song acknowledges that no journey comes without detours, but it reframes these moments as manageable when shared with the right people. Anchored by the lyric, “Life is a road, don’t know what’s along the way, so drive carefully,” the message lands as reassurance rather than caution. It speaks of care, connection, and the comfort of knowing you don’t have to navigate life alone.
Musically, the track leans towards bright acoustic instrumentation and an open, understated production style. The arrangement leaves room to breathe, allowing both voices to shine without competing. Smith carries the emotional weight with clarity and restraint, while Horan’s presence provides a gentle lift – his vocals are steady, expansive and comforting. Together, they strike a balance between optimism and honesty, capturing warmth and truth without tipping into exaggeration.
Smith has previously shared that collaborations only mean something to him when they come from something real. “He is [Niall has] got this easy instinct for melody, but beyond that he’s a good friend who very quickly became one of my closest. Our friendship shaped the song, and hopefully you can feel it in every line.” he said, and that authenticity carries through every layer of “Drive Safe.” The chemistry is subtle but undeniable. It shows in the harmonies, the phrasing and the effortless ease with which the song unfolds.
The release comes amid a period of significant momentum for Myles Smith. In the past year he has performed to more than 100,000 fans across sold-out headline shows worldwide, delivered an outstanding Glastonbury performance, won the Ivor Novello Award for Most Performed Work and received the Rolling Stone UK Breakthrough Award. This summer he will join Ed Sheeran as the main support on his US tour.
Meanwhile, following the success of his third solo album The show and the accompanying sold-out global tour, Niall Horan is gearing up for a highly anticipated new studio album and world tour later this year – one that fans are already eagerly counting down to.
With ‘Drive Safe’, Myles Smith opens a new chapter defined by emotional clarity, artistic confidence and continued global growth. The collaboration does not call for attention. Instead, it lingers—like a reminder you didn’t know you needed, offered at exactly the right time.
Watch the official lyric video below:
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