What makes Setting Fires by The Chainsmokers notable?

The song features vocals from country singer XYLO and has been well-received, contributing to The Chainsmokers' continued dominance in the EDM scene. It solidified their reputation for crafting catchy tracks that blend pop melodies with electronic production, further influencing the direction of contemporary dance music. Released on January 1, 2016, 'Setting Fires' came during The Chainsmokers' rise to prominence following their breakout hit 'Closer'. This track exemplified their evolving sound as they transitioned from indie pop influences to a more polished electronic dance music style.

How many songs are on Setting Fires?

Setting Fires has 1 track, running approximately 4 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

Setting Fires

The Chainsmokers · 2016

4 min · 1 track · electronic dance music

Uplifting synth melodies and infectious hooks create an anthemic soundscape, perfect for summer festivals and dance floors.

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Setting Fires — This title track encapsulates the album's themes of excitement and youthful energy, showcasing the duo's signature blend of electronic beats and emotive lyrics.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The track effectively combines catchy melodies with danceable beats, typical of its genre but still engaging.

What we noticed

The track features a steady four-on-the-floor beat with layered synths that build throughout, creating an uplifting atmosphere.
Vocals are interspersed with instrumental sections, allowing the synth melodies to dominate the arrangement.
The song maintains a consistent tempo and energy level, making it suitable for dance floors and festival settings.

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: 8/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Released after 'Closer', it solidified their reputation in the EDM scene.
Career context: Released on January 1, 2016, 'Setting Fires' came during The Chainsmokers' rise to prominence following their breakout hit 'Closer'. This track exemplified their evolving sound as they transitioned from indie pop influences to a more polished electronic dance music style.
Stylistic neighbors: Zedd· Calvin Harris· David Guetta