It reached #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became one of the top eight biggest songs of that year.
By 2022, the song received a Diamond certification by the RIAA, representing 10 million units sold in the U.S. alone.
The third drop, featuring a saxophone, was a late addition to the production process to add extra energy. Finding Daya (and Rejecting Rihanna)
Released on February 5, 2016, the song became a global powerhouse:
It earned the duo their first Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording in 2017.
"Don't Let Me Down" was more than just a 2016 chart-topper; it was the track that redefined from a viral duo into Grammy-winning artists. The song's story is a mix of technical inspiration, accidental beginnings, and a high-stakes search for the perfect voice. The Inspiration: Coachella Chaos
The track was famously intended for , but her team ultimately rejected it. This led the duo on a search for a new vocalist. Taggart eventually heard Daya’s song "Hide Away" and knew her voice was the right fit. To perfectly capture her 17-year-old range, they actually shifted the song's key up a step during recording. Impact and Legacy
It reached #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became one of the top eight biggest songs of that year.
By 2022, the song received a Diamond certification by the RIAA, representing 10 million units sold in the U.S. alone. The Chainsmokers Feat Daya Dont Let
The third drop, featuring a saxophone, was a late addition to the production process to add extra energy. Finding Daya (and Rejecting Rihanna) It reached #3 on the Billboard Hot 100
Released on February 5, 2016, the song became a global powerhouse: The third drop, featuring a saxophone, was a
It earned the duo their first Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording in 2017.
"Don't Let Me Down" was more than just a 2016 chart-topper; it was the track that redefined from a viral duo into Grammy-winning artists. The song's story is a mix of technical inspiration, accidental beginnings, and a high-stakes search for the perfect voice. The Inspiration: Coachella Chaos
The track was famously intended for , but her team ultimately rejected it. This led the duo on a search for a new vocalist. Taggart eventually heard Daya’s song "Hide Away" and knew her voice was the right fit. To perfectly capture her 17-year-old range, they actually shifted the song's key up a step during recording. Impact and Legacy