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Released 8 years ago this October

Close to Me

Ellie Goulding · 2018

12 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock

Energetic remixes pulse with infectious beats, blending Ellie Goulding's ethereal vocals into a vibrant dancefloor atmosphere.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Close to Me (Felix Cartal remix) — This remix elevates the original track's upbeat energy with a fresh electronic twist, making it perfect for club play and highlighting Goulding's vocal versatility.
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    Close to Me (CID remix) — CID’s version infuses a house music vibe that brings out the song’s rhythmic elements, demonstrating how the original can be reinterpreted for different audiences.
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    Close to Me (Zeds Dead remix) — Zeds Dead adds a bass-heavy layer that transforms the track into a darker, more atmospheric experience, showcasing the song's adaptability across genres.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — A solid single that doesn't define her career but adds to her catalog.
Career context
Released in late 2018, 'Close to Me' marked a continuation of Ellie Goulding's evolution as a pop artist, following her critically acclaimed album 'Delirium' from 2015. At this point in her career, she was exploring more dance-oriented sounds and collaborations, solidifying her presence in mainstream pop music.
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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Close to Me (Felix Cartal remix) 3:43
  • 2 Close to Me (CID remix) 2:55
  • 3 Close to Me (Nonsens remix) 2:55
  • 4 Close to Me (Zeds Dead remix) 3:02

What to play next

Brightest Blue
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Brightest Blue

2020

Continues the introspective themes with a fresh sonic palette.
Delirium
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Delirium

2015

Sets the stage with energetic pop elements that lead into 'Close to Me'.
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If this landed

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