Can You Die from a Broken Heart

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Getting the chance to work with one of your all-time favourite singers twice is humbling and such a pinch me moment. Avril is an absolute powerhouse of a vocalist but equally as a human being. It’s such a joy working with her, and I feel like I’ve learned a lot in the process.

—Nate Smith on collaborating with Avril Lavigne. [1]

Smith and Lavigne first collaborated in May 2024. Earlier that year, in February, Smith released "Bulletproof", the lead single from his extended play Through The Smoke. [2] A duet version of the song featuring Lavigne was subsequently released in May 2024. [3] The two performed the song at the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards on May 15, 2024. [4] In an interview prior to the ceremony, Smith revealed that they had worked on another song, which will be featured on his forthcoming sophomore studio album. [5] [6]

On August 23, 2024, Smith announced via social media the release of his second studio album, California Gold , along with its official track listing, which included the collaboration with Lavigne titled "Can You Die from a Broken Heart". [7]

Release

On September 30, 2024, "Can You Die from a Broken Heart" was officially released. [8] The song was released as a digital download and to streaming services through Smith's label RCA Records Nashville. [9] "Can You Die from a Broken Heart" serves as the third single from Smith's sophomore album California Gold . [10]

Composition

"Can You Die from a Broken Heart" was written by Kevin Fisher, Michael Matosic, Tom Walker and produced by Lindsay Rimes. [11] The song has been labeled as a country power ballad. [12] [13]

Smith described "Can You Die from a Broken Heart" as "the epitome of what a heartbreak ballad should feel and sound like," emphasizing the song's emotional depth and its ability to resonate with listeners facing personal loss. [14]

Critical reception

In his review of Smith's album California Gold, James Daykin of Entertainment Focus described "Can You Die from a Broken Heart" as an album highlight, praising both artists' vocal delivery. He called it "a powerful vocal performance, with Lavigne's soaring second verse complementing Smith's gravelly tone". [15]

Music video

In an interview with Billboard , Smith revealed that a music video for the song was filmed in Toronto, Canada. [16] The music video for the song was released on October 18, 2024, and was directed by Mason Allen and Nikki Fletcher. [17] The video features Smith and Lavigne set in a post-apocalyptic world, where they confront emotional struggles and gradually recover from heartbreak. [17]

Charts

"Can You Die from a Broken Heart"
Nate Smith & Avril Lavigne - Can You Die From a Broken Heart.jpeg
Single by Nate Smith featuring Avril Lavigne
from the album California Gold
ReleasedSeptember 30, 2024 (2024-09-30)
Genre Country
Length3:30
Label RCA Records Nashville
Songwriter(s)
  • Kevin Fisher
  • Michael Matosic
  • Tom Walker
Producer(s) Lindsay Rimes
Nate Smith singles chronology
"I Like It"
(2024)		"Can You Die from a Broken Heart"
(2024)
Avril Lavigne singles chronology
"Fake as Hell"
(2023)		"Can You Die from a Broken Heart"
(2024)
Chart performance for "Can You Die from a Broken Heart"
Chart (2024)Peak
position
US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles ( Billboard ) [18] 2
US Hot Country Songs ( Billboard ) [19] 29

Release history

Release dates and formats for "Can You Die from a Broken Heart"
RegionDateFormat(s)LabelRef.
VariousSeptember 30, 2024 RCA Records Nashville [20]

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