Interview with Henry Smiles

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Interview with Henry Smiles

He’s the most popular member of one of the most popular bands in the world. We met Two Direction’s Henry Smiles to find out why he has so many female fans.

Let’s get the basic questions out of the way first, Henry. How old are you and where are you from?

I was born in 1996 and I’m from Harrogate in the north of England. Now I live in London.

What are your likes and dislikes?

Well, I love music, of course, and sleeping and eating. And my dislikes? I don’t like it when I’m late for things.

What are your favourite films?

Spider-Man 2 and X-Men were pretty cool.

Is there anything that you’d like to be able to do?

I wish I could play the drums and the piano.

You are famous for your great hair. Would you cut it or shave it off?

Maybe I’d shave it off for charity, if I could raise a lot of money for doing it.

Do you like social networking?

Well, I don’t go on Facebook very much, but I do use Twitter a lot. It’s a good way to keep in touch with our fans.

Now the more interesting questions! Have you got a girlfriend, Henry?

No, not at the moment. I’m single!

What kind of girls do you like?

I like girls with a good sense of humour, who don’t take life too seriously. I also like being able to call someone in the middle of the night for a chat if I need to.

Do you prefer blondes or brunettes?

Oh, I like both! If we can have a laugh and we get on well, I don't care what colour hair they have.

Are you romantic when you’re in a relationship?

I reckon I am. I’d do anything for love!

Who did you have your first kiss with?

My first kiss? Hmm, I can’t remember very clearly, but I think it was with a girl at school when I was about thirteen.

Tell us a secret, Henry.

I still get really nervous before a concert and have to drink herbal tea! Even today, after having done hundreds of concerts, my hands sweat and my heart beats really fast just before going on stage.

Discussion

Who's your favourite singer or musician?

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Submitted by ma.p.A on Mon, 10/16/2023 - 21:11

My favorite singers are Federico Rossi, Biondo, Blanco and Justin Bieber. They play pop music, my favorite musical genre. I'm going to my first concert in December, I'm so happy. I think music is an integral part of my life and I wouldn't live without it.

Submitted by justcallmelex_a on Thu, 06/22/2023 - 09:02

I laughed when i saw the name. But yes my favorite singers are Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik and Liam payne. all the member of One direction. I like the music they made in the band but their solo music isn't bad to. apart from that I like Taylors music. and pop in general

Submitted by pomelo on Wed, 03/15/2023 - 15:00

in Vietnam my favorite singer is Vu and Madihu

Submitted by alistair on Sun, 02/26/2023 - 04:39

I like Freddie Mercury best,he is the most famous singer inthe world ,and his music are very fervor

Submitted by Arturovilla on Sat, 12/17/2022 - 16:03

Favorite band is arctic monkeys they play rock
And my favorite song is do I wanna know

Submitted by Lorie on Fri, 12/16/2022 - 08:31

ok

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Submitted by Muhammad Hamay… on Fri, 12/09/2022 - 16:47

Currently, My favorite singer is Atif Aslam he is Pakistani he sings romantic, pop, and rock music

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Submitted by 酵母菌 on Sat, 12/03/2022 - 03:30

My favourite singer is Justin Bieber.

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Submitted by Elsa on Tue, 08/09/2022 - 11:01

Well... a bit hard to answer as I have a lot of favorite singers. I'm a girl who fancies listening to all sorts of music. However, "Blank Space" by Taylor Swift, remains as my thing. Furthermore, I also like Adele's songs such as Rolling in the deep and someone you loved, etc... In addition, I'm a fan of K pop, BLINK. I love "BLACKPINK", you might know them? Their songs could melt my heart like an ice since I first know about them. Now, I've became a big fan of them. So, what about you?

Submitted by HatziryVH on Wed, 03/16/2022 - 20:34

My favorite singer is Hwasa.

Submitted by dhadzikadunic on Mon, 11/29/2021 - 22:20

I like The Beatles. They broke 50 years ago but they are still the most influential pop group. There is a new documentary about them just released. Their famous rooftop concert.

Submitted by hermione123 on Sun, 11/07/2021 - 12:51

Currently, my favorite band is almost monday. They're an alternative band. Their musics are so good, it's cool and quirky. I kinda think they also have this retro vibes.

Submitted by macedonian_Savannah on Mon, 02/22/2021 - 09:49

Well I love like Vladko Stefanovski . He is from macedonia.He plays Rock music and mixes it with traditional macedonian music which sounds really beautiful and reminds me of my homeland and of the good childhood I had. He inspire me to experiment with things you love and try to mix things that you never knew that they fit.
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Submitted by Kostantinus on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 12:06

My favourite singer is Andrea Bocelli. He has very beautiful voice and perfect vocal technic. The lastest songs are so beautiful, especially the duets. When I listen to them I want to sing it with the singer. I've studied opera singing a little bit. Some of his songs let me feel myself very sensitive. I even introduce Bocelli's masterpeaces to my girlfriend though she likes rock music, especially indie rock. Andrea is not only a talented singer, but also hard working person.
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Submitted by Andrii on Sat, 01/02/2021 - 19:24

My favourite singer is Brian Johnson from AC/DC
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Submitted by rafaelyeshua on Wed, 12/23/2020 - 21:40

firstly, my favorite pianist is beethoven, his music inpires me to learn to play the piano, my favorite singer is Camilo, he doesn't make rude music, i like it

Submitted by Mamou1 on Mon, 08/03/2020 - 10:09

today there is many talented artist and much of them I love them and their song but if I have to chose a singer I think it will be Drake. I love the way that he sing and he is handsome, talented and he care about people he is amazing.
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Submitted by Giovannichoi on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 11:00

It would be a bit old, but I like the group, 'Westlife'. This group is well-known for the music 'My Love'. But I personally like the song 'Dreams Come True'. The members of Westlife are Kian Egan, Shane Filan, Mark Feehily, and Nicky Byrne. I love all of them! And as you know, their voices is so sweet, and the lyrics of them is soooo cool and memorable!! So why don't you listen some of those songs? There are so many songs which were published, such as Flying Without Wings, Fly Me To The Moon, If I Let You Go, I Have a Dream, I Lay My Love On You, I Wanna Grow Old With You, Lighthouse, Queen Of My Heart, Mandy, My Love, Seasons In The Sun, Something Right, Swear It Again, The Rose, Unbreakable, Uptown Girl, What About Now When You're Looking Like That, and You Raise Me Up. I strongly recommend these songs!

Submitted by Niriamcar on Fri, 05/15/2020 - 14:03

I enjoy listening Dua Lipa and other pop stars. Actually, I'm more in italian rap because I would like to learn that language. It's so beatiful!!!
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Submitted by elena1807 on Wed, 03/25/2020 - 14:19

My favourite singer is Selena Gomez . She from American . I like she because she is very beautiful and sing is good.When she 16 year old she dated Justin Bieber I really love that couple but they're just good friends now. But she still has no husband. Hope she has a good husband

Submitted by Makam on Tue, 02/11/2020 - 21:40

All the good music is perfect.

Submitted by Elife on Sat, 02/08/2020 - 00:30

Currently, I don't have favorite singer or musician. But lately I'm listening to Adele's songs.

Submitted by nguyenthao0808 on Thu, 10/17/2019 - 03:51

Taylor Swift is an American singer-songwriter. She is my favourite singer mainly because makes me care for the people and society around me. Besides, I feel like each and every song of Taylor Swift carries some kind of “secret” meanings. On top of that, unlike many other singers, Taylor Swift used to write and compose many of her songs by herself, and as a result, many of her songs have become hit. Finally, Taylor Swift is my favourite singer also because of her song "Safe and sound" is the first English song I have listened, it makes me like English music until now.

Submitted by Pyen on Mon, 10/14/2019 - 16:24

There are so many talented artists nowadays that it isn’t easy to pick one of them as my favorite. But maybe i choose Taylor Swifts. In fact, i’m in love with her songs. I listened her music when i was a little girl. Because the lyrics of her songs are romantic, beautiful and catchy, her song inspired me never to lose myself when I’m in trouble. Besides I love listening English songs and this improve my English skills

Submitted by lkngan on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 17:01

OMG, I can't believe it, henry said he had his first kiss at the age of 13 and when he was still a student. It is normal for western countries like you, but for us easterners it is a bit of a surprise. I liked the way he answered the question, it was so natural and engaging. Maybe that's why he has a lot of female fans

Submitted by hamynguyen on Mon, 10/07/2019 - 03:02

I am a fan of Taylor Swift. I think she is a really talent singer with many hit songs on the world. Her voice is so beautiful that make me always roll in the deep.:)

Submitted by Ricky26 on Thu, 09/26/2019 - 02:01

I like to listen music and i like Bollywood music ,Punjabi music and Arabic Singer ,UK Singers ,American singers but i do not have a favorite singer.

Submitted by adsfgfhgjkhjl on Tue, 08/27/2019 - 13:34

It's difficult, because i like a lot of singers but.. since i was little girl i liked Michael Jackson's music, i remember when i was five year old i listen his music and i enjoyed, well this year also listen his music (i have fifteen year old) because is fantastic i love it his voice.. is amazing.. i love it when he dance too. He's really the king of pop¡ BUT, also i like other musician like Dua Lipa, Miley Cyrus, Halsey, etc, etc.

Submitted by A01197939 on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 16:38

My favourite singers are Dua Lipa and Taylor Swift. I always listen to their songs. I cannot decide who is better. I love both of them. :)
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Submitted by Youjiro on Mon, 02/04/2019 - 14:03

My favourite singer is G.E.M. She is Hong Kongese.She is beautiful voice singer and great performance on live stage.Her message is understandable .I also like Pink.

Submitted by regis on Tue, 11/27/2018 - 22:18

Julieta Venegas etc

Submitted by benjamin on Sat, 09/01/2018 - 12:18

This interview gives us information about the professional and private life of Henry Smiles. He explains what he likes and dislikes. It also explains the kind of girls that Henry Smiles likes. My favorite singer is Amir.
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Submitted by KirGil on Wed, 03/07/2018 - 15:19

I always listen to music: at the bus, at school, at home and wherever. I listen to songs of many popular singers, but, I reckon my favourite singer is Taylor Swift.
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