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Stay Awake (radio edit) Start here — The title track epitomizes Example's blend of catchy hooks and driving beats, making it an instant dance floor favorite and encapsulating the album's energetic vibe.
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Stay Awake (extended mix) — This version expands on the original's infectious energy, allowing for longer build-ups and drops that highlight the production prowess behind the track.
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Stay Awake (Alvin Risk remix) — This remix infuses dubstep elements into the original, showcasing Example’s versatility and how his work transcends genres, appealing to a wider audience.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The single features multiple remixes that alter its structure but lacks depth for lasting engagement.
What we noticed
- Each remix introduces varying elements, such as tempo changes and additional synth layers, altering the song's energy and appeal.
- The running time of the remixes varies significantly, with some extending beyond six minutes to cater to club play.
- Composition 25% of the score
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5/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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4/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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3/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- energetic dancefloor vibes
- invigorating remix variations
- pulsating beats for movement
- uplifting club atmosphere
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Solidified Example's position in the electronic music scene after his earlier success.
- Themes
- club culture euphoria· UK dance scene· late-night escapism
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Stay Awake marked a pivotal moment for Example as his first album after achieving mainstream success with the hit 'Changed the Way You Kissed Me'. This album solidified his transition from underground UK rap to a more commercial sound, appealing to broader audiences while maintaining his roots in grime and electronic influences.
Tracklist
- 1 Stay Awake (radio edit) Start here 3:25
- 2 Stay Awake (extended mix) 5:07
- 3 Stay Awake (Alvin Risk remix) 5:30
- 4 Stay Awake (Delta Heavy remix) 4:37
- 5 Stay Awake (Steve Pitron & Max Sanna club mix) 6:03
- 6 Stay Awake (Micky Slim remix) 5:40
- 7 Stay Awake (Moam remix) 6:10
What to play next
The Evolution of Man
2012
Continues the energetic sound with deeper themes and varied production styles.
Won't Go Quietly
2010
Sets up the dance-pop vibe that leads into the more evolved sound of Stay Awake.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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