"The Lighthouse Keeper" is a song by British singer Sam Smith, released through Capitol Records on 20 November 2020 as a single from their extended play, The Holly & the Ivy (2020).

"If any year could make me look forward to the sounds of Christmas, it would be 2020 as more than ever before we are yearning to be around our friends and family once again.

Labrinth and I poured our hearts into this one and it has honestly been pure joy to create and make.

"Written in partnership with Labrinth it is unlike anything Sam Smith has produced before.

The result is an unusual mix of sombre anthem and gentle lullaby, with classical-style choral backing and soft strings.