"Dreamer" is a song recorded by British-Norwegian record producer and DJ Alan Walker, released by NoCopyrightSounds on 7 April 2023.[2] The song reached number 47 on Billboard Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart, and remixes were also released by Egzod, Alex Skrindo, Rival, and BEAUZ & Heleen.
| "Dreamer" | ||||
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| Single by Alan Walker | ||||
| Released | April 7, 2023 | |||
| Genre | House[1] | |||
| Length | 3:45 | |||
| Label | NCS | |||
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Background
editThe song was Walker's first release on NCS in eight years and also his first since his original contract expired and his previous releases were dropped.[3] According to the press release, the impetus for "Dreamer" came from a Twitter poll in which Walker asked fans, "Can you believe it's been 10 years since I started posting my music on Youtube. Should we take it to the beginning?" After more than 90% responded in the affirmative, Walker began work on "Dreamer."[3] Walker said of the song, "Walkers, I’ve completed the challenge and have ended up with my new single ‘Dreamer’ on NCS. A tribute to all of you who supported me since the early days of my career. We’re celebrating you, my community and most dedicated fans. I hope you're equally stoked as I am and I can't wait to see all your creations on the song!"[4]
Critical reception
editDancing Astronaut said, "Like his past masterpieces, 'Dreamer' is beautifully layered with harmonies reminiscent of a choral ensemble, giving the song an otherworldly, transcendent quality. The production, like Walker's past work, is meticulously crafted.[5] EDM Identity's Sheila Lim said, "While the core of the song takes the listener back to the 'Faded' era, 'Dreamer' represents a story of transformation and creative growth that highlights Alan Walker's disruptive storytelling abilities and originality as a producer. He has not forgotten about 'Walkers' and has given fans a compilation of their dedication stitched together in the official music video.[6]
Music Video
editThe music video zooms by with a group of lucky Walkers performing the song for the first time.[4] The music video released on Walker's channel has 2 million views, and the video released on the NCS channel has 2.5 million views.[7] The first release on the NCS YouTube channel attracted over 2,600 viewers, with over 3,400 likes in the 10 hours leading up to the first release and 618 comments, and reached 1 million views within 13 days of its release.
Charts
edit| Chart (2023) | Peak position |
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| US Hot Dance/Electronic Songs (Billboard)[8] | 47 |
References
edit- ^ "Alan Walker / NCS - free music for content creators". NCS. Retrieved 2023-10-08.
- ^ Dreamer - Single by Alan Walker, 2023-04-07, retrieved 2023-10-08
- ^ a b "Alan Walker's Nostalgic New Track Is a Tribute to His Day Ones: Listen to "Dreamer" - EDM.com - The Latest Electronic Dance Music News, Reviews & Artists". EDM.com - The Latest Electronic Dance Music News, Reviews & Artists. Retrieved 2023-10-08.
- ^ a b Alan Walker - Dreamer (Official Video), retrieved 2023-10-08
- ^ Astronaut, Dancing (2023-04-21). "Alan Walker Returns with Nostalgic Single 'Dreamer'". Dancing Astronaut. Retrieved 2023-10-09.
- ^ "Alan Walker Returns With an Ode to His Day One Supporters | EDM Identity". edmidentity.com. 2023-04-07. Retrieved 2023-10-09.
- ^ Fabrick, Mark (2023-04-11). "Alan Walker Drops His First Single of the Year, "Dreamer"". Your EDM. Retrieved 2023-10-09.
- ^ "Alan Walker | Biography, Music & News". Billboard. Retrieved 2023-10-08.