Sam Smith Bluntly Admits He Is Obsessed With BABYMETAL

Kapanlagi.com - BABYMETAL continues to prove their influence in the global music scene. Although they did not bring home a nomination at the MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026, the name of the kawaii metal group from Japan became a topic of conversation thanks to a surprising comment from global singer, Sam Smith.

At the Grand Ceremony of the MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026 held at TOYOTA ARENA TOKYO on June 13, Sam Smith was present as the only main guest star from the West. The presence of the singer of Stay With Me certainly immediately captured the attention of the audience.

However, the most interesting moment occurred when Sam was asked about the Japanese music he has been listening to lately. Without hesitation, the English singer admitted that he is very fond of and even "obsessed" with BABYMETAL. This spontaneous statement quickly became a hot topic among Japanese and international music fans.

1. Sam Smith Admits to Being Obsessed with BABYMETAL

Sam Smith Bluntly Admits to Being Obsessed with BABYMETAL (credit: @samsmith)

The moment occurred after Sam Smith performed on stage at the MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026. During a press interview, he was asked a simple question about whether he follows Japanese music.

Instead of giving a normative answer, Sam revealed that he really loves Japanese music and has recently become "obsessed" with BABYMETAL. This confession immediately drew cheers from the audience present at the venue.

For BABYMETAL fans, Sam's comment is certainly a huge acknowledgment. After all, Sam Smith is known as one of the most successful singers and songwriters from the UK with a string of prestigious awards at the international level.

2. BABYMETAL is Busy Conquering the World

Sam Smith candidly admits to being obsessed with BABYMETAL (credit: x.com/@BABYMETAL_JAPAN)

Interestingly, while Sam Smith expressed his admiration in Tokyo, BABYMETAL was actually in England to perform at the Download Festival as part of the BABYMETAL WORLD TOUR 2026.

BABYMETAL's producer, KOBAMETAL, even responded to the statement through his personal Instagram Story. He posted a clip of BABYMETAL's performance at the Download Festival while joking that they couldn't attend because they were in England.

BABYMETAL's popularity is indeed at its peak. The album METAL FORTH, released in 2025, made history by debuting at number nine on the Billboard 200 in the United States. This achievement makes BABYMETAL one of the Japanese groups with the most impressive international performance in recent years.

3. Support from World Celebrities Continues to Pour In

Sam Smith candidly admits to being obsessed with BABYMETAL (credit: @samsmith)

It turns out that Sam Smith is not the only world celebrity who has openly expressed admiration for BABYMETAL. Previously, Hollywood actor and musician Keanu Reeves also recommended the group in a podcast.

In the Naked Lunch podcast that aired in May 2026, Reeves even referred to BABYMETAL as an "epic" group that must be listened to by rock and metal music lovers. The comment quickly went viral on social media and further expanded BABYMETAL's exposure in the global market.

Although they did not receive a nomination at the MUSIC AWARDS JAPAN 2026, BABYMETAL's influence outside of Japan seems undeniable. From the stages of the world's largest festivals to praise from international musicians and actors, BABYMETAL continues to prove that they are one of the most successful faces of Japanese music in the modern era.

(kpl/kiy)