Who is Aitana, the Spanish Pop Star in Sam Smith’s New Version of ‘Like I Can’: Lyrics in English

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On August 8, Sam Smith surprised fans by dropping a reinterpretation of ‘Like I Can,’ one of the hits from his album In the Lonely Hour (2014), which also includes other anthems such as ‘Stay with Me,’ ‘Money on My Mind,’ and ‘I’m Not the Only One.’ This new version pays tribute to the album’s 10th anniversary, and Smith has teamed up with Spanish pop star Aitana.

It seems that the British artist is aiming for a multilingual collaboration that targets high aspirations in the Latin and Spanish music industry.

Aitana Ocaña Morales, known professionally as Aitana, is one of the most prominent figures in Spanish-language music and is starting to make her mark on the international scene. Born on June 27, 1999, in Barcelona, this young singer, songwriter, and actress has captured public attention with her unmatched talent and charisma.

Aitana first gained recognition in 2017 as a finalist on the 9th season of the popular Spanish talent show Operación Triunfo. Her participation not only earned her second place but also catapulted her to fame with the success of the single ‘Lo Malo,’ a collaboration that became a feminist anthem and symbol of empowerment.

Following her success on Operación Triunfo, Aitana signed with Universal Music and released her debut solo single, ‘Teléfono,’ which quickly broke streaming records in Spain. Her debut album, Spoiler, released in 2019, was a resounding success and earned her a Latin Grammy nomination for Best Vocal Pop Album. Since then, Aitana has continued her meteoric rise with albums like 11 Razones and alpha, exploring a range of genres from pop rock to electropop.

Throughout her career, Aitana has been awarded numerous prizes, including an Ondas Award, two Odeón Awards, five LOS40 Music Awards, and an MTV Europe Music Award. She has also received two Latin Grammy nominations, including Best New Artist, solidifying her position as one of the most promising artists of her generation.

Aitana’s success extends beyond Spain. She has gained popularity in Latin America and other European countries, with singles like ‘Mon Amour,’ ‘Formentera,’ and ‘Los Ángeles’ climbing international charts. Additionally, she has toured with sold-out shows in countries like Mexico and Argentina, demonstrating her ability to connect with audiences around the world.

 

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In 2022, Aitana made her acting debut in the Disney+ series La Última, where she also contributed to the soundtrack. The series, which follows the life of a young aspiring pop star, seems tailor-made for Aitana, who has proven to be a versatile and talented artist. Moreover, she has also appeared as the lead in the Netflix series Pared con Pared.

Aitana is an unstoppable force in the music industry. With her talent, dedication, and charisma, it’s no wonder she is being recognized as the «Princess of Spanish Pop» and her influence continues to grow globally. Her story is a testament to how talent and perseverance can lead a young artist to conquer the world.

Sam Smith and Aitana’s ‘Like I Can:’ Lyrics

[Verse 1: Aitana]

She is your demon and your angel too
She is your sin that feels so good
Maybe she loves you, but I know the truth
She will never love you as well, well
Maybe she’s a stranger you want to see again
Maybe she’s a trophy you like to have
Maybe you love her, but I know, that
She will never love you as well, well

[Chorus: Aitana]

You keep looking for me on other lips
You keep covering your eyes, my love
There will always be others, but, oh, I know that
She will never love you as well, well
She will never love you as well, well

[Verse 2: Sam Smith]

A chance encounter of circumstance
Baby, he’s a mantra, keeps your mind entranced
He could be the silence in this mayhem, but then again
He’ll never love you like I can, can, can

[Chorus: Sam Smith]

Why are you looking down all the wrong roads?
When mine is the heart and the salt of the soul
There may be lovers who hold out their hands
But they’ll never love you like I can, can, can
They’ll never love you like I can, can, can
He’ll never love you like I can, can, can

[Bridge: Aitana]

All the doubts to be resolved
I think about you daily, I can’t hide
I still want you here with me
Come and let’s fix it, please

[Chorus: Sam Smith & Aitana]

Why are you looking down all the wrong roads?
When mine is the heart and the salt of the soul
There may be lovers who hold out their hands
But they’ll never love you like I can, can, can (They’ll never love you like I can)
They’ll never love you like I can, can, can
She will never love you as well, well, well