Smith was raised by a power city banker of a mother and stay-at-home father. He's found himself constantly surrounded by strong females, and his musical icons are all women - including Adele, Amy Winehouse, Beyonce, Whitney Houston and Etta James. He told Boston Globe: "All I know is, female voices truly make me feel. Male voices just don't hit that spot." Don't put yourself down Sam - your voice hits the spot, every time.