Lauren Spencer-Smith Celebrates The Art of Being a Mess in an Emotional Show in Barcelona

Carla Fuster
Sep 28
2 min read

Barcelona’s Razzmatazz was already alive with anticipation long before Lauren Spencer-Smith stepped on stage, thanks to her pre-show playlist, which saw the energy peak during a One Direction sing-along that had fans screaming before the concert had even begun.

Once the lights finally dropped and the opening notes of ‘If Karma Doesn’t Get You I Will’ filled the room, it was time to listen attentively.

Smith’s sophomore album, ‘The Art of Being a Mess’, dropped on June 27, landing like a late-night confession you didn’t know you needed on the chaos of growing up, love that bruises, anger that lingers, and heartbreak that makes you laugh and cry under the same breath.

Smith’s ascent began in 2020 with a standout run on American Idol, her voice both fresh and timeless. A year later, ‘Fingers Crossed’ went viral on TikTok, and in the meantime, follow-up hits such as ‘Flowers’ and ‘Narcissist' further solidified her ability to turn her raw, personal experiences into songs.

Now, at just 21, she’s using her debut album to claim her place in pop music, proving that imperfection isn’t weakness, but proof of being alive. Smith opened the night with a burst of energy, her live vocals raw, powerful, and even better than on the record — a feat worth highlighting for someone so early in their career. The set moved seamlessly between fun, high-energy tracks and stripped-back, intimate songs.

It was a night full of shared emotion, with waves of joy, heartbreak, and connection flowing through the crowd from start to finish. Between songs, Smith was funny and down-to-earth, taking time to candidly connect with the audience through stories, jokes, and heartfelt moments. As a set, it offered a juxtaposition of controlled chaos and quiet reflection, bringing it all together in a way that felt natural and real.

By the time the encore began, the crowd was completely locked in, singing every lyric in full force. The energy in the room was undeniable, perfectly mirroring the emotional ebbs and flows of the show.

Smith closed the night with ‘Sticks & Stones’, a simple, heartfelt ending that left the crowd emotional and satisfied. It wasn’t about spectacle or over-the-top production, just great songs, a powerful voice, and a genuine connection with the audience.

It is clear that Smith doesn’t just sing about the mess. She also celebrates it —and we are all lucky for it.