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“Dancing In The Flames” is the lead single for Toronto musician Abel Tesfaye’s sixth studio album, and expected final release under the stage name “The Weeknd”, Hurry Up Tomorrow. The song’s existence, as well as its production credits, were revealed on August 30, 2024 through being uploaded on the ASCAP database.

“Dancing in the Flames” encapsulates the idea of a passionate love that endures through risks and chaos. The repeated imagery of driving, crashing, and flames symbolizes the unpredictable and often dangerous path of a deep romantic connection. The lyrics convey a sense of urgency, beauty amidst peril, and a transcendent love that persists despite the potential for pain and loss.

The song was first previewed on September 7, 2024, alongside other songs from Hurry Up Tomorrow, during Tesfaye’s one-night-only performance in Sao Paulo, Brazil. After the performance, the song’s title was further evidenced by the surfacing of the performance’s internal setlist.

On September 9, 2024, the song’s music video was announced through an Apple Event, with the company stating that the video was shot using cameras and video-capturing techniques from their then-unreleased iPhone 16 Pro. Later that day, Tesfaye officially announced the song’s title, cover, and release date of September 13, 2024.

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Is there any BTS for the music video?
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Yes! An Apple Event on September 9, 2024 showed an exclusive look at how the music video for “Dancing in the Flames” was shot on Apple’s iPhone 16.

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Is there a live performance of "Dancing In The Flames" by The Weeknd?
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Live from São Paulo, Brazil

Live from iHeart Music Festival 2024

How did the song perform commercially?
Is there an acoustic performance of this song?
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September 13, 2024
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