Unmasking the Real Singer Who Inspired the Character of Skye Riley!

Smile 2 delves back into the creepy world where disturbing grins harbor dark secrets. The sequel to Smile continues with new characters haunted by the sinister, cursed Smile that seems to linger like a bad omen. The main character of Smile 2, Skye Riley, was inspired by several real singers.

The film continues to focus on Riley, a blossoming but troubled musician played by Naomi Scott. She is wracked with guilt over a tragic car accident that killed her boyfriend and struggles with chronic back pain. Due to her history of substance abuse, Skye struggles to find effective pain relief and seeks help from an old high school friend for Vicodin. Tragically, he once again falls victim to the terrifying Smile Curse and takes his own life right before her eyes, marking Skye as the demon’s next prey.

Skye Riley’s is based on several pop stars

In Smile 2, director Parker Finn is inspired by the careers of artists such as Lady GagaFKA Twigs, Rihana, Olivia Rodrigo and Sia, who have openly shared their struggles with fame. In Smile 2, this influence is woven into Skye’s story, as her music becomes her expressive lens for her demons. Songs like Death of Me tease about her intense and toxic past with her late boyfriend, while New Brain captures her desperate desire to escape the curse. As the Smile curse slowly consumes her, her hope of eliminating her emotions proves futile.

Who wrote Skye Riley’s songs in Smile 2?

The production duo created the songs in Smile 2, Take a Daytrip. They are popularly known for their work with hip-hop artists such as Lil Nas Take a Daytrip adds a unique touch to the film’s music, giving Smile 2 a satirical and raw atmosphere.

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