Hotline Bling Deconstructed

Released in July 2015, Drake’s "Hotline Bling" has gone on to become a global success, landing in the Top 10 on over 20 charts throughout the world. It is expertly crafted and features an abundan...

Same Old Love Deconstructed

"Same Old Love" was the second single released from Selena Gomez's latest studio album, "Revival." It was co-written by an all-star team of hitmakers including Charli XCX, Tor Hermansen and Mikkel Er...

Hello Deconstructed

"Hello" marks Adele’s return to the charts following a multi-year hiatus. And what a return it is. "Hello" spent eight consecutive weeks at #1 on the Hot 100 and has topped the charts in over 30 cou...

What Do You Mean Deconstructed

Justin Bieber teamed up with “Boyfriend” collaborator, LA-based producer MdL for his Summer 2015 hit “What Do You Mean.” The song debuted at No.1 on the Billboard Hot 100, a career high for Bi...

Wildest Dreams Deconstructed

Taylor Swift teamed up with Pop powerhouse duo Max Martin and Shellback for her dreamy Pop Ballad, "Wildest Dreams." The song fuses sultry, low range alto vocals with Swift’s well-established sopran...

Cheerleader Deconstructed

OMI’s 2013 single “Cheerleader” found its way to the top of the charts in August 2015 in the form of a remix from young German DJ/producer Felix Jaehn. This remix pairs OMI’s Reggae style with...

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Can’t Feel My Face Deconstructed

Abel Tesfaye (aka The Weeknd) hooked up with Max Martin and his team of hitmakers to craft a song with hopes of superstardom. Mission accomplished. The result was Can’t Feel My Face. The song’s...

Shut Up And Dance Deconstructed

Released as the lead single from Walk The Moon’s sophomore major-label album, "Talking Is Hard," "Shut Up And Dance" has catapulted the band into international stardom. The reason for the song’s s...

Sugar Deconstructed

Released as the second single from Maroon 5’s “V” album, “Sugar” features the stellar craft fundamentals that you would expect Adam Levine and his team of hitmakers to deliver. Among the ma...

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