Song Information
About the Song
“Levitating” is a song by British singer Dua Lipa from her second studio album, *Future Nostalgia*, released on March 27, 2020. The track became one of the most recognizable recordings from the album and reflects the dance-oriented, retro-inspired musical direction that defined this stage of Lipa’s career.
Musically, “Levitating” combines contemporary pop production with disco, funk and electronic influences. A prominent bass-driven groove and rhythmic production give the song a strong dance-floor character, while its polished arrangement connects those retro influences with modern pop.
The song was written by Dua Lipa, Clarence Coffee Jr., Sarah Hudson and Stephen Kozmeniuk. Koz was closely involved in creating the recording, while Stuart Price also contributed production to the finished track.
The central theme of “Levitating” is the excitement and energy associated with falling in love. Space and cosmic imagery are used throughout the composition to create the feeling of being transported somewhere beyond ordinary experience.
This concept fits naturally with the broader identity of *Future Nostalgia*. The album frequently draws inspiration from earlier eras of dance and pop music while presenting those influences through contemporary production.
“Levitating” also developed through several versions. The original solo recording appears as track five on *Future Nostalgia*. A remix featuring Madonna and Missy Elliott appeared as part of the *Club Future Nostalgia* project, while another version featuring rapper DaBaby was released later in 2020.
The DaBaby version was released on October 1, 2020. A music video followed as part of a collaboration involving TikTok creators, further expanding the song’s international visibility.
The recording became one of the defining songs of the *Future Nostalgia* era. Its combination of disco-inspired rhythm, memorable melody and modern pop production illustrates the approach that helped make the album a major stage in Dua Lipa’s career.
Today, “Levitating” remains closely associated with Dua Lipa’s dance-pop sound and demonstrates how *Future Nostalgia* combined musical references from previous decades with contemporary mainstream pop.