Is Be the One a good place to start with Dua Lipa?

Yes, Be the One is recommended as a starting point for new Dua Lipa listeners. Euphoric synths and infectious beats create a vibrant soundscape that invites listeners to dance and dream. When 'Be the One' was released in October 2015, Dua Lipa was an emerging pop artist on the brink of stardom. This track served as her debut single, showcasing her distinctive blend of dream pop and synth-pop, ultimately setting the stage for her later commercial success.

Who is Be the One for?

Be the One works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, dynamic emotional journeys and long, immersive listening sessions.

How many songs are on Be the One?

Be the One has 8 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Released 11 years ago this October

Be the One

Dua Lipa · 2015

36 min · 8 tracks · house music

Euphoric synths and infectious beats create a vibrant soundscape that invites listeners to dance and dream.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Be the One Start here — The original track perfectly encapsulates Dua Lipa's signature sound, combining catchy melodies with poignant lyrics about longing and desire.
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Be the One (Netsky remix) — This remix adds a drum-and-bass flair to the original, showcasing the song's versatility and appealing to a broader audience within electronic music scenes.
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Be the One (Shy Luv remix) — With its fresh take on production, this remix injects a new energy while maintaining the essence of the original, highlighting its dancefloor potential.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single showcases solid songwriting and production but lacks cohesion due to multiple remixes diluting its impact.

What we noticed

The original track features a steady four-on-the-floor beat with layered synths that create an uplifting atmosphere.
Each remix introduces different elements, such as varying tempos and additional instrumentation, altering the feel of the original track.
The vocal delivery is consistent across versions, maintaining a strong melodic line that ties the remixes together.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
dynamic emotional journeys
long, immersive listening sessions
vibrant dance floor vibes

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — 'Be the One' was pivotal in establishing Dua Lipa's presence in pop music.
Themes: dance floor yearning· tropical remix culture
Moods: Uplifting· Energetic
Career context: When 'Be the One' was released in October 2015, Dua Lipa was an emerging pop artist on the brink of stardom. This track served as her debut single, showcasing her distinctive blend of dream pop and synth-pop, ultimately setting the stage for her later commercial success.
Stylistic neighbors: Charli XCX· Robyn· Tove Lo

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Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Be the One

The narrative shifts from hopeful longing to a direct plea for connection, emphasizing vulnerability amidst upbeat instrumentation.

This transition not only deepens the emotional impact but also showcases Dua Lipa's ability to weave personal storytelling into danceable pop.