Music Is Better

"Music Is Better"
Single by Rüfüs Du Sol
from the album Inhale / Exhale
Released	21 June 2024 (2024-06-21)
Length	3:56
Label	Rose Avenue Reprise
Songwriter(s)	Jon George Tyrone Lindqvist James Hunt Benjamin Latimore
Producer(s)	Jon George Tyrone Lindqvist James Hunt
Rüfüs Du Sol singles chronology
"Something in the Way"" (2023) "Music Is Better" (2024) "Lately" (2024)

"Music Is Better" is a song by Australian alternative dance group Rüfüs Du Sol, released on 21 June 2024 as the lead single from their fifth studio album, Inhale / Exhale. As per a press release, the single "offers a window into a new creative groove for the band."[1]

At the 2024 ARIA Music Awards, the song was nominated for Best Dance/Electronic Release and for the group, Best Group.[2]

Reception

Conor Lochrie from Rolling Stone Australia said "Exploring universal themes including hope, intimacy and connection – pillars of the Rüfüs Du Sol catalogue – 'Music Is Better' is tailor-made for hedonistic festival singalongs."[3]

Mark Mancino from DJ Life Mag said "With 'Music is Better', Rüfüs Du Sol continues to push the boundaries of their sound, showcasing their signature captivating and emotionally resonant sound."[4]

Oliver Tyron from Cultr said "The single is the perfect way to kick start the trio's new project. Tyrone's vocals are a treat, felt through the uplifting progressive production."[5]

Track listings

Digital single

No.	Title	Length
1.	"Music Is Better"	3:56

Digital single (Remixes)

No.	Title	Length
1.	"Music Is Better" (Maxi Meraki remix)	6:55
2.	"Music Is Better" (Club edit)	5:31
3.	"Music Is Better"	3:56

Charts

Weekly chart performance for "Music Is Better"

Chart (2024)	Peak position
Australia Artist Singles (ARIA)[6]	17
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[7]	18
US Hot Dance/Electronic Songs (Billboard)[8]	35

See also

• List of Billboard number-one dance songs of 2024

References

1. "Listen to Rüfüs Du Sol's New Single in Three Years". EDM. 21 June 2024. Retrieved 14 November 2024.
2. "ARIA Awards 2024 nominations — everything you need to know". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. 26 September 2024. Retrieved 14 November 2024.
3. "'Music Is Better' Now That RÜFÜS DU SOL Have Returned". Rolling Stone Australia. 21 June 2022. Retrieved 14 November 2024.
4. Mancino, Mark (21 June 2022). "Rüfüs Du Sol Return with New Single "Music Is Better"". Dj Life Magazine. Retrieved 14 November 2024.
5. "The New Age of Rüfüs Du Sol". Cultr. 21 June 2022. Retrieved 14 November 2024.
6. "ARIA Australian Artist Singles Chart" (PDF). ARIA Charts. 1 July 2024. Retrieved 11 November 2024.
7. "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. 1 July 2024. Retrieved 11 November 2024.
8. "Rufus Du Sol Chart History (Hot Dance/Electronic Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved 14 November 2024.