Sam Smith’s whole life is essentially a whirlwind press tour these days, but it’s especially so this week in conjunction with the North American release of his debut album In The Lonely Hour. Wednesday, the night after he wowed the Apollo with Mary J. Blige, he stopped by The Late Show to do the same for David Letterman. Below, watch Smith emote his way through the solo version of “Stay With Me” backed by a string quartet and a gospel choir.

In The Lonely Hour is out now on Capitol, and certain parts of it will make you say “OMG” too.