"Take My Breath Away" | ||||
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Single by Alesso | ||||
Released | 21 October 2016 | |||
Genre | Dance-pop [1] | |||
Length | 3:08 | |||
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"Take My Breath Away" is a song by Swedish DJ and record producer Alesso, co-produced with Dillon Francis and featuring uncredited vocals by Diana Gordon. It was released on 21 October 2016. [2] [1]
The song around a well-suited blend of sultry vocals, melodic synths, pounding percussions, and frenetic builds. [3]
The lyric video was uploaded on 2 November 2016, that takes listeners on a journey through stunning visuals. [4]
Chart (2016–17) | Peak position |
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Belgium Dance (Ultratop Flanders) [5] | 25 |
Belgium Dance (Ultratop Wallonia) [6] | 38 |
Sweden (Sverigetopplistan) [7] | 56 |
US Dance Club Songs ( Billboard ) [8] | 22 |
US Hot Dance/Electronic Songs ( Billboard ) [9] | 27 |
Chart (2017) | Position |
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US Hot Dance/Electronic Songs (Billboard) [10] | 100 |
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