Robyn’s song is written for the purpose of crying at the club.
That’s why it’s so frustrating that somehow, rather than the original by the Swedish songwriter, they’ve landed on a remix, by the Dutch DJ Tiësto, of a cover by the British singer Calum Scott. Now, as a shirtless Kiké Hernandez sprays his teammates with Budweiser, it’s reaching a surprising new chapter of its lore in the clubhouse at Fenway Park (as well as the TD Garden and Gillette Stadium). In fact, the record didn’t even reach platinum status until nine years after its initial release. If nothing else, “Dancing on My Own” is undoubtedly a timeless track. Robyn is a cult hero that always did better with critics than on the charts. Her song was also given the nod for the top song of the decade from music blog Stereogum and British publication NME. 1 placement on Rolling Stone’s list of the 100 best songs of the 2010s - and one of the most essential LGBTQ songs of all time. Robyn’s “Dancing on My Own” earned the No. Unfortunately, however, they’re listening to the wrong version. We’ve already seen some wildly entertaining videos of the team enthusiastically singing along to the song while popping bottles of champagne in the clubhouse. It’s awesome and I love everything about it - except one thing.Īs the Red Sox continue to collect wins in the postseason, this anthemic hit has been the soundtrack of their celebrations. Listen to the best of Robyn on Apple Music and Spotify.The Boston Red Sox are obsessed with “Dancing on My Own” and it’s my favorite baseball story of the year. These dates followed a busy year of touring for Robyn, around 2018’s Honey. Robyn was previously scheduled to perform at a variety of festivals this summer, including the now-cancelled Glastonbury and Lovebox. The “Konichiwa TV” set was streamed on Robyn’s Facebook, YouTube and Twitch accounts. To me, they don’t compete in the same category.”Īlong with starting the TikTok challenge, Robyn also treated fans to live-streamed DJ set earlier this month. Although the melody is important as well. Not all club music is healing, but some is, and what gets me the danceability and repetition. Not to over-romanticize being “natural” to human beings, but I think that’s part of why has been part of our world. The “club” came way before pop music I’m thinking rhythm and trance-like states. The pop icon also did a recent interview in V Magazine with fellow pop auteur Charli XCX, who asked her how club music inspires her records. While the challenge only just started today, the dances on TikTok are already starting to roll in. The singer was also on BBC Radio 1 Breakfast with Greg James this morning to discuss lockdown life, being on TikTok, the “ultimate self-isolation banger” and his cover of ‘Call Your Girlfriend’. I have a new hashtag challenge on – I wanna see what you’re getting up to! #onmyown /y7SKIjB2nw It’s easy, whether you’re bouncing around your living room like this or taking it easy, I’d love to see how “Dancing On My Own” is soundtracking these strange times!” “You’re not alone, and you can join me on the #onmyown hashtag.
Along with announcing the challenge, she also shared a video of herself dancing alone in the studio.