Released 8 Years Ago: Otto Knows & Avicii – Back Where I Belong

On June 3, 2016, childhood friends and electronic dance music prodigies Otto Knows and Avicii released their long-awaited collaboration, ‘Back Where I Belong’. This track marked a significant moment in their careers, as it brought together two artists who had known each other since their school days and shared a deep passion for music and DJing.

Their friendship blossomed as both artists rose to prominence in the EDM scene, with Avicii gaining international fame with ‘Levels’ and Otto Knows making waves with ‘Million Voices’. At the peak of their careers, they decided to join forces in the studio, resulting in ‘Back Where I Belong’, a track that beautifully melded their individual styles into a harmonious and uplifting anthem.

Prior to this collaboration, Otto Knows had already made a name for himself with hits like ‘Parachute’, ‘Can’t Stop Drinking About You’, and ‘Next To You’. His talents in the studio translated seamlessly into his live performances, allowing him to grace some of the world’s most renowned stages, including Tomorrowland, Ushuaia Ibiza, and London’s Alexandra Palace.

Avicii, known to the world as Tim Bergling, was a superstar in the EDM world, with millions of records sold and billions of streams. Despite his shy nature and struggles with life on the road, Avicii‘s music left an indelible mark on the industry. His chart-topping hits like ‘Levels’ and ‘Wake Me Up’ catapulted him to global stardom, but also highlighted the pressures he faced as a leading figure in dance music.

The release of ‘Back Where I Belong’ was a celebration of their friendship and shared musical journey. Tragically, Avicii‘s death on April 20, 2018, sent shockwaves through the music industry, and his absence is still profoundly felt today. This collaboration stands as a testament to their creative synergy and the lasting impact they have had on the world of electronic dance music.