"21 Reasons" by (featuring Ella Henderson ) is a high-energy dance-pop anthem that peaked at No. 9 on the UK Singles Chart and has amassed over 650,000 sales [18, 19]. Released in April 2022, the track is built around a heavy sample of Rune’s 2003 club classic "Calabria" , specifically inspired by Alex Gaudino’s famous 2007 "Destination Calabria" version [19]. Musical Style and Production
The track is widely considered one of Dawe's biggest hits, currently sitting at over on platforms like Spotify [20]. It cemented his reputation for reimagining early-2000s samples for a new generation, following the success of his previous hits like "Lighter" and "Flowers" [15, 19]. Nathan Dawe - 21 Reasons
: The song's backbone is the iconic saxophone riff from "Calabria," which Nathan Dawe spent a significant amount of time clearing for use [19]. "21 Reasons" by (featuring Ella Henderson ) is