What makes The Business by Tiësto notable?

The Business became a chart-topping hit in multiple countries, reaching the top of the charts in Belgium and the Netherlands. Its infectious melody and danceable beat contributed to its viral popularity on social media platforms, particularly TikTok, highlighting Tiësto's ability to stay relevant in an ever-evolving musical landscape. By the release of The Business in September 2020, Tiësto was a veteran in the electronic music scene, having transitioned through various genres since his debut in the late '90s. This track marked his foray into a more mainstream sound within the deep house genre, following the commercial success of earlier hits like Red Lights and Jackie Chan.

How many songs are on The Business?

The Business has 1 track, running approximately 2 minutes.

The Business

Tiësto · 2020

2 min · 1 track · electronica

A pulsating anthem blending deep house grooves with catchy hooks, designed to ignite dance floors worldwide.

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The Business — This track is quintessentially Tiësto, showcasing his signature blend of melodic elements and driving beats that resonate well on dance floors.

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 hooks and danceable grooves, appealing to mainstream audiences while retaining electronic roots.

What we noticed

The track features a steady four-on-the-floor beat throughout, maintaining a consistent energy level.
It employs a repetitive melodic hook that is layered with synth textures, creating a rich soundscape.
The arrangement builds tension through gradual layering of elements, culminating in a drop that emphasizes the main theme.

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 3/10

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 — The track achieved commercial success, enhancing Tiësto's mainstream recognition.
Themes: club culture· late-night energy
Moods: Energetic· Anthemic
Career context: By the release of The Business in September 2020, Tiësto was a veteran in the electronic music scene, having transitioned through various genres since his debut in the late '90s. This track marked his foray into a more mainstream sound within the deep house genre, following the commercial success of earlier hits like Red Lights and Jackie Chan.
Stylistic neighbors: David Guetta· Calvin Harris· Armin van Buuren