The DJ and powerhouse songbird gave the 25th anniversary Ultra Music Festival in Miami a gift in the form of one of their biggest hits.
Delivering the first-ever live performance of their 2011 hit ‘Titanium.’ The surprise collaboration occurred during Afrojack’s main stage set, marking a historic moment for both the artists and the festival.
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- Release and Album: “Titanium” was released on December 9, 2011, as part of David Guetta’s fifth studio album, Nothing but the Beat.
- Songwriting and Production: The song was co-written by Sia, David Guetta, Giorgio Tuinfort, and Afrojack. Production was handled by Guetta, Tuinfort, and Afrojack.
- Vocals and Initial Plans: Sia initially recorded a demo guide vocal for the song, which was intended for other artists. Katy Perry and Mary J. Blige were among those considered, but Guetta decided to keep Sia’s vocals because of their emotional impact.
- Chart Success: “Titanium” achieved significant commercial success, reaching the top 10 in multiple countries, including the UK, where it became Guetta’s fifth number-one single and Sia’s first.
- Music Video: The music video, which premiered on December 20, 2011, features actor Ryan Lee as a young boy with supernatural powers. Neither Guetta nor Sia appear in the video.
- Lyrics and Theme: The song’s lyrics focus on inner strength and resilience, using titanium as a metaphor for being strong and unbreakable.
- Impact on Sia’s Career: “Titanium” marked a turning point in Sia’s career. Although she initially aimed to focus on songwriting for other artists, the success of “Titanium” and later her solo work, like “Chandelier,” propelled her into the spotlight.
Dig out David and Sia right below, and let us know if you have a favorite part of the song or a specific memory associated with it in the comments!
