Saving Up Explained

Saving Up
Cover:Saving Up by Dom Dolla.png
Type:single
Artist:Dom Dolla
Recorded:2023
Genre:
  • House
  • disco
Length:3:27
Label:
Producer:Dom Dolla, Toby Scott
Prev Title:Eat Your Man
Prev Year:2023
Next Title:Girls
Next Year:2024

"Saving Up" is a song by Australian record producer Dom Dolla released on 6 October 2023. The song features uncredited vocals by Clementine Douglas.

About the track, Dom Dolla said he "wanted to write a feel-good record, reminding [himself] of the importance of saving time for the ones [he cares] about and love."[1]

Upon released, Dolla said "So excited to finally be releasing this one... it's a happy little banger I've been sneaking it into my sets over the last 12 months. A lot of you have been singing the words to it at my shows, which makes me feel like it’s the right time."[2]

Critical reception

Brooke Bierman from EDM said "The track embodies the essence of feel-good disco and house. Weaving together uplifting synths, soulful vocals and an infectious house beat, 'Saving Up' radiates warmth and explores the idea of saving time for loved ones."[3]

Jessie Lynch from Purple Sneakers said The track explores the theme of prioritising relationships with loved ones over the relentless pursuit of personal fortunes, urging us all to save time for the people we hold dear. The track has a unique quality, akin to a sample but entirely original. It captures the essence of disco and house music, making it a perfect addition to Dom Dolla's already impressive musical repertoire.[4]

Versions

Digital download

Charts

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Peak
position
Australia (ARIA)[5] 10
Australia Club Tracks (ARIA)[6] 1
Netherlands Club (Dutch Top 40)[7] 2
New Zealand (Recorded Music NZ)[8] 33

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Dom Dolla drops uplifting new single, 'Saving Up'. Dancing Astronaut. 6 October 2023. 10 December 2023.
  2. Web site: Dom Dolla shares new single, 'Saving Up': Listen . DJ Mag. 16 October 2023. 10 December 2023.
  3. Web site: Dom Dolla Drops Effervescent Disco-House Track, "Saving Up" . EDM. 6 October 2023. 10 December 2023.
  4. Web site: Dom Dolla Drops Happy Little Banger 'Saving Up'. Purple Sneakers. 6 October 2023. 10 December 2023. Jessie Lynch.
  5. Web site: ARIA Top 50 Singles Chart. Australian Recording Industry Association. 12 February 2024. 9 February 2024.
  6. Web site: ARIA Top 50 Club Tracks Chart. Australian Recording Industry Association. 11 December 2023. 10 December 2023.
  7. Web site: WorldWideClub 20-Lijst van week 47, 2023. Dutch Top 40. nl. 10 December 2023.
  8. Web site: NZ Top 40 Singles Chart . . 5 February 2024 . 2 February 2024.