"Rather Be" is a popular song by the British electronic music group Clean Bandit featuring Jess Glynne. Here are some interesting facts about the song:
Release Date: "Rather Be" was released on January 17, 2014, as the third single from Clean Bandit's debut studio album, "New Eyes."
Chart Success: The song was a massive commercial success, topping the UK Singles Chart and reaching the top ten in numerous other countries. It also became the highest-selling single of January 2014 in the UK.
Grammy Award: "Rather Be" won the Grammy Award for Best Dance Recording at the 2015 Grammy Awards. This achievement helped elevate Clean Bandit's international profile.
Chart Records: The song spent four consecutive weeks at number one in the UK Singles Chart, making it the longest-running chart-topper for a British group since 2007.
Collaboration with Jess Glynne: The vocals in "Rather Be" are performed by Jess Glynne, who was relatively unknown at the time. The success of the song played a significant role in propelling Glynne to stardom.
Classical Influences: Clean Bandit is known for blending classical music elements with electronic dance music. "Rather Be" features a distinctive classical-inspired violin riff, adding a unique and memorable element to the song.
Chart Dominance: "Rather Be" not only achieved commercial success but also received critical acclaim for its catchy melody, production, and Jess Glynne's vocal performance. It marked a breakthrough moment for Clean Bandit in the music industry.
Music Video: The music video for "Rather Be" was shot in Tokyo and directed by Jack Patterson, one of the band members. It features various scenes of people engaging in different activities while listening to music, capturing the song's theme of finding joy in the simple things in life.
"Rather Be" remains one of Clean Bandit's most iconic and successful songs, contributing significantly to the group's rise to international prominence.