"Alone" is a song by Norwegian record producer and DJ Alan Walker. Incorporating uncredited vocals provided by Swedish singer Noonie Bao,[1] it was released commercially for digital download on 2 December 2016.[2] Two sequels to the song were released: "Alone, Pt. II" (2019) and "Better Off (Alone, Pt. III)" (2023).[3] The song garnered critical acclaim upon release.
| "Alone" | ||||
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| Single by Alan Walker | ||||
| from the album Different World | ||||
| Released | 2 December 2016 | |||
| Recorded | 2016 | |||
| Genre | Electro house | |||
| Length | 2:41 | |||
| Label | Mer Musikk | |||
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| Alan Walker singles chronology | ||||
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| Instrumental remix and remixes cover | ||||
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| Music video | ||||
| "Alone" on YouTube | ||||
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Background
In a press release on 2 December, Walker stated: "For me, Alone is about cohesion. A song that praises the feeling and comfort of solidarity. When I started making music it was never about to be any [particular], but about creating something for others who could enjoy it with me. What I have experienced by making music and sharing it with [others] are stunning."[4]
Music video
The release of the music video for "Alone" was published on Walker's YouTube channel on 2 December 2016.[5] It has over 1.2 billion views as of October 2021.
The music video explores themes of being alone yet quickly evolves into what seems to be a group effort by Walkers to meet up.[6]
Most of the video was filmed in Norway, focusing on Walker's hometown Bergen, and included panoramic shots of nearby tourist attractions such as Ulriken and Trolltunga in Odda.[1] Some parts were also filmed at prominent locations in Europe, including Berlin, London and Paris.
In connection with the release of his third official single, he recorded the music video at Ulriken mountain in mid-October. For that, he sought and used over 100 Bergen citizens to supernumerary roles in the production, which was made by the Swedish production company Bror Bror.[4]
Alone (Restrung)
On 10 February 2017, Alan Walker published an acoustic version of "Alone", called "Alone (Restrung)",[7] exactly one year after he published "Faded (Restrung)". The official lyric video to "Restrung" was released 16 February.[8]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Alone" | 2:43 |
| 2. | "Alone" (Instrumental Remix) | 2:58 |
| 3. | "Alone" (Restrung) | 3:05 |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Alone" (Instrumental Remix) | 2:56 |
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Alone" (Lost Frequencies Remix) | 6:43 |
| 2. | "Alone" (Alex Arcoleo Remix) | 4:43 |
| 3. | "Alone" (George Kwali Remix) | 4:59 |
| 4. | "Alone" (Jack Wins Remix) | 4:16 |
| 5. | "Alone" (Blazars Remix) | 5:10 |
| 6. | "Alone" (Parx Remix) | 5:47 |
Charts
Weekly charts
Year-end charts
| Chart (2017) | Position |
|---|---|
| Austria (Ö3 Austria Top 40)[53] | 33 |
| Germany (Official German Charts)[54] | 62 |
| Hungary (Dance Top 40)[55] | 20 |
| Hungary (Rádiós Top 40)[56] | 52 |
| Hungary (Single Top 40)[57] | 33 |
| Hungary (Stream Top 40)[58] | 67 |
| Poland (ZPAV)[59] | 43 |
| Sweden (Sverigetopplistan)[60] | 63 |
| Switzerland (Schweizer Hitparade)[61] | 8 |
| US Hot Dance/Electronic Songs (Billboard)[62] | 61 |
Certifications
| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| Australia (ARIA)[63] | Gold | 35,000‡ |
| Austria (IFPI Austria)[64] | Platinum | 30,000‡ |
| Canada (Music Canada)[65] | Gold | 40,000‡ |
| Denmark (IFPI Danmark)[66] | Gold | 45,000‡ |
| France (SNEP)[67] | Platinum | 200,000‡ |
| Germany (BVMI)[68] | Platinum | 400,000‡ |
| Italy (FIMI)[69] | Platinum | 50,000‡ |
| Mexico (AMPROFON)[70] | 3× Platinum+Gold | 210,000‡ |
| Norway (IFPI Norway)[71] | 4× Platinum | 160,000‡ |
| Poland (ZPAV)[72] | Platinum | 50,000‡ |
| Portugal (AFP)[73] | Gold | 5,000‡ |
| Spain (PROMUSICAE)[74] | Platinum | 60,000‡ |
| Sweden (GLF)[75] | 3× Platinum | 120,000‡ |
| Switzerland (IFPI Switzerland)[76] | 2× Platinum | 60,000‡ |
| United Kingdom (BPI)[77] | Silver | 200,000‡ |
| United States (RIAA)[78] | Gold | 500,000‡ |
‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
Release history
| Country | Date | Version | Format | Label | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1 December 2016 | Instrumental Remix | Digital download | Mer Musikk | [12] |
| 2 December 2016 | Original | [9] | |||
| Single | [11] | ||||
| 3 March 2017 | Remixes | [13] |