Lauren Spencer Smith, Fingers Crossed | Bangerz N Bopz

In the 45^th edition of Bangerz N Bopz (2026), we highlight “Fingers Crossed” performed by Canadian singer-songwriter Lauren Spencer Smith.

Bring on the bold, fierce songs! Bangerz N Bopz serves up background info and insights into songs across various styles, especially those that raise eyebrows and/or stir the pot.  Featured records can be classic or brand new. In the 45^th edition of Bangerz N Bopz (2026), we break down “Fingers Crossed” performed by Lauren Spencer Smith.

Woo! Canadian singer-songwriter Lauren Spencer Smith did her big one with “Fingers Crossed”. The song was released as a single in 2022.  It appears as the fourth track on her 2023 debut album, Mirror.  As Smith’s biggest hit to date, it peaked at number 19 on the Billboard Hot 100.  It was certified multiplatinum by the Recording Industry Association of America in March 2026.  “Fingers Crossed” was written by Smith, Fransisca Hall, and producer T.I Jakke.

On “Fingers Crossed,” Lauren Spencer Smith revisits a former relationship. Some of the moments were good, referenced in the first verse (“Made me breakfast in the mornin’ / When you got home from work”). Others, not so much.  In the second verse, she remembers “Old love songs we used to play,” and adds, “Funny, now I hate you.” Oh, snap! Regretfully, in the third verse, she admits, “Shoulda paid attention to my friends / Tellin’ me how bad it’s gonna end.” The centerpiece is the chorus, where Smith asserts:

“I want all the tears back that I cried

All the hours spent givin’ advice on how to write your songs

All you did was prove me wrong

When you said you loved me

Well, you must’ve had your fingers crossed.”

So, the love was all a lie? That’s messed up from her ex-lover’s perspective! What’s not messed up is the pop bop that is “Fingers Crossed”. Lauren Spencer Smith sings beautifully and powerfully, bringing the tuneful melodies and reminiscent lyrics to life like a champ.  T.I Jakke gives Smith a radiant backdrop to sing over, even if she’s regretful about engaging with her ex.  Even if Smith never fails to secure another hit like this one, she’s cemented herself in pop history with this gem.

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Lauren Spencer Smith » Mirror » Three Name Productions, Inc. / Island Records / Republic Records » 2023

Lauren Spencer Smith, Fingers Crossed: Bangerz N Bopz No. 45 (2026) [📷: Brent Faulkner / The Musical Hype; Three Name Productions, Inc. / Island Records / Republic Records; Art Laurence Luzon, cottonbro studio, Osmar Vasques, Sebastian Ervi, Wallyson Nascimento from Pexels; Gordon Johnson from Pixabay]

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