Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars - Die with a Smile

"Die with a Smile" is a collaborative single by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars, released on August 16, 2024. The song is part of Lady Gaga's studio album Mayhem and was written and produced by Gaga, Mars, Dernst "D'Mile" Emile II, Andrew Watt, and James Fauntleroy. Musically, it leans towards soft rock, drawing comparisons to Gaga's Joanne and Mars's work with Silk Sonic. The song expresses a deep longing to be with a loved one, capturing the urgency and depth of love in uncertain times. The song's success is marked by its consistent chart-topping performance, including the Billboard Global 200, where it has been a leader for multiple weeks. "Die with a Smile" has also set records for streaming, becoming the fastest song to reach one and two billion streams on Spotify. Its global appeal is evident in its top rankings across over 20 countries and top ten placements in over 25 more. The duo's chemistry and vocals have been praised by critics, and the song won Best Pop Duo/Group Performance at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards.