“Dear Charlotte (Teach Me How To Be Like You)” was first teased during an acapella performance inside the Big Brother house, which then became a viral talking point among fans. The single is a high-octane blend of hyper-popsensibilities and gritty Drum and Bass, showcasing Sam’s signature ability to pair club-ready production with raw, vulnerable storytelling.
“Dear Charlotte” explores the bittersweet sting of unrequited queer longing. The lyrics dive deep into the psyche of wanting to inhabit the skin of the “ideal woman” the girl the person you love is actually in love with. It’s an anthem for anyone who has ever looked in the mirror and wished they could change their shape just to be seen.
Sam told QX, “Unrequited love is something all queer people are familiar with. I’ve had a lot of that. So I wanted to write about how difficult it can be not to compare yourself to the girl the person you like is in love with. It is definitely written from my real-life experience.”
