Smile

About this song

The song was originally titled "Sad" and leaked on July 15, 2018, with an open verse that The Weeknd later filled. An earlier version used a different beat, and the released version was produced by Nick Mira with help from Taz Taylor and Cxdy, a first-time collaborator for Juice WRLD and The Weeknd. The Weeknd announced the release on August 4, 2020, saying it would come out three days later on August 7.

What it's about

The song covers common Juice WRLD themes like relationships and his struggle with inner demons. It also declares his girl's happiness as his main goal.

Summary written with AI, based on the song's page on Genius.

Fun facts

• Written by Taz Taylor, Cxdy, Nick Mira, The Weeknd, Juice WRLD and Gotye.
• Produced by Taz Taylor, Cxdy and Nick Mira.
• Recorded at Paramount Recording Studio & XO Recording Studio.