Don't Let Me Down

Daya, The Chainsmokers

About Don't Let Me Down

"Don't Let Me Down" is a song by American production duo the Chainsmokers. The song features the vocals of American singer Daya, and was released on February 5, 2016, through Disruptor Records and Columbia Records. The song was written by Andrew Taggart, Emily Warren and Scott Harris. It was released as the radio single follow-up to "Roses". "Don't Let Me Down" became both the Chainsmokers' and Daya's first top-five single on the US Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number three. It also became the Chainsmokers' second consecutive top 10 entry after "Roses", which peaked at number six. It reached the top 10 in several countries, including Australia, Austria, Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Sweden, and the United Kingdom. A set of remixes for the song, was released on April 15, 2016. A music video for the song was released on April 29, 2016, with appearances from the Chainsmokers and Daya. The song won a Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording. 


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2016
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Crashing, hit a wall
Right now I need a miracle
Hurry up now, I need a miracle
Stranded, reaching out
I call your name but you're not around
I say your name but you're not around

I need you, I need you, I need you right now
Yeah, I need you right now
So don't let me, don't let me, don't let me down
I think I'm losing my mind now
It's in my head, darling I hope
That you'll be here, when I need you the most
So don't let me, don't let me, don't let me down
D-Don't let me down

Don't let me down
Don't let me down, down, down
Don't let me down, don't let me down, down, down

Running out of time
I really thought you were on my side
But now there's nobody by my side

I need you, I need you, I need you right now
Yeah, I need you right now
So don't let me, don't let me, don't let me down
I think I'm losing my mind now
It's in my head, darling I hope
That you'll be here, when I need you the most
So don't let me, don't let me, don't let me down
D-Don't let me down

Don't let me down
Don't let me down, down, down
Don't let me down, down, down
Don't let me down, down, down
Don't let me down, don't let me down, down, down

Oh, I think I'm losing my mind now, yeah, yeah, yeah
Oh, I think I'm losing my mind now, yeah, yeah

I need you, I need you, I need you right now
Yeah, I need you right now
So don't let me, don't let me, don't let me down
I think I'm losing my mind now
It's in my head, darling I hope
That you'll be here, when I need you the most
So don't let me, don't let me, don't let me down
Don't let me down

Yeah, don't let me down
Yeah, don't let me down
Don't let me down, oh no
Said don't let me down
Don't let me down
Don't let me down (down, down, down)
Don't let me down, down, down

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Daya

Grace Martine Tandon, professionally known as Daya, is an American singer and songwriter from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. more »

2 fans

Written by: Andrew Taggart, Scott Harris, Emily Schwartz

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC

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15 facts about this song

Album
"Don't Let Me Down" is a widespread hit from the album "Collage," which integrated the catchiest tracks of the Chainsmokers' early years.
Artists
"Don’t Let Me Down" is a song by the American EDM duo The Chainsmokers, featuring American singer Daya.
Success
This song was a massive success for The Chainsmokers and Daya; it topped charts in several countries and was the first song that brought international fame to The Chainsmokers.
Release
"Don't Let Me Down" was released as the radio single from "Collage" on February 5, 2016, through Disruptor Records and Columbia Records.
Songwriting
Alex Pall, Andrew Taggart (the Chainsmokers duo), Emily Warren, and Scott Harris co-wrote this song.
Awards
The song won a Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording in 2017.
Chart Performance
"Don't Let Me Down" peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it The Chainsmokers' first top 5 song on the chart.
Music Video
The song's official music video, directed by Marcus Kuhne, was released on April 29, 2016, and has received over 1.4 billion views on YouTube as of 2022.
Cover Versions
Various artists, like Conor Maynard and J.Fla, have covered "Don't Let Me Down."
Genre
The song blends elements of trap and electronic dance music to create a distinctive sound.
Platinum Status
The song was certified quadruple Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for selling over four million units in the United States.
Global Success
The song also enjoyed success worldwide, reaching the top 10 in the UK, Australia, Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Sweden, and other countries.
Collaboration
This was the first time The Chainsmokers collaborated with Daya.
Inspiration
The Chainsmokers' members have said that they were inspired by indie music and tried to incorporate those sentiments into the song.
Live Performances
The Chainsmokers and Daya have performed "Don't Let Me Down" at many notable venues, including the 2016 MTV VMAs.

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