Wake Me Up was released in 2013 by Swedish producer Avicii as the lead single from his debut album True, with vocals by Aloe Blacc. Its blend of acoustic folk guitar and electronic dance production helped it become one of the most recognisable crossover hits of the decade, topping charts in many countries. The song has remained popular in short-form video because its opening energy is instantly recognisable even in a few seconds, making it a natural choice for uplifting edits, celebrations and travel clips.