Sam Hart navigates betrayal and friendship in new single “Friends Before”

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Following the release of singles “Thirty and Thriving” and “Waiting On That Text,” singer-songwriter Sam Hart untangles betrayal in her latest release “Friends Before,” which is available on all streaming platforms now.

Produced by Mike Tompa (Silverstein 1.8M Monthly Listeners) and fitting among artists

like Sara Bareilles, Reneé Rapp and Lizzy McAlpine, “Friends Before” blends lush harmonies

with a gentle yet cinematic soundscape that perfectly fits any sad girl playlist.

The song, a result of Sam’s introspection and healing, carries a profound message about the dynamics between men and women in friendships and will resonate with listeners on a deep, emotional level. Like Sam’s previous songs, this latest offering showcases Sam’s exceptional vocal prowess and heartfelt songwriting.

‘Friends Before’ was my way of navigating the deceit of a close friend of mine. It was a hard one to write and it took a long time for me to understand the situation before I could even think about writing it,” says Sam. “It makes me wonder if men and women can have platonic relationships without one party always trying to make it more. After time allowed for some healing, I think it’s true.”

“Friends Before” was written by Samantha Nicole Hart, produced by TOMPA.

Stream “Friends Before” https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/samhart/friends-be

About Sam Hart

Sam Hart is a Canadian singer-songwriter who blends cinematic and pop sounds infused with a sweet tone with a similar sound to artists like Sara Bareilles, Kina Grannis and Lizzy McAlpine.

https://linktr.ee/samanthanicolehart

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Anders is the creative force and technical architect behind Divine Magazine’s editorial identity. Blending Scandinavian minimalism with a sharp instinct for digital storytelling, he shapes the magazine’s voice, visual rhythm, and structural clarity. His work moves between worlds — part editor, part engineer — ensuring every article is not only beautifully crafted but technically flawless beneath the surface. From SEO frameworks to asset design, from WordPress architecture to the magazine’s cinematic featured imagery, Anders builds the systems that let stories breathe. He curates Divine’s tone with intention: clean lines, honest language, and a commitment to elevating everyday subjects into something quietly extraordinary. Whether refining editorial workflows or sculpting the magazine’s long‑term creative direction, Anders brings a steady hand and an eye for detail — the kind that turns a publication into a signature.
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