Falling Behind
| "Falling Behind" | ||||
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| Single by Laufey | ||||
| from the album Everything I Know About Love | ||||
| Released | 11 August 2022 | |||
| Length | 2:53 | |||
| Label | AWAL | |||
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| "Falling Behind" on YouTube | ||||
"Falling Behind" is a song recorded by Icelandic singer-songwriter Laufey, from her first studio album, Everything I Know About Love (2022). It was released on 11 August 2022 through AWAL as a preceding single for the album. She wrote the track with its co-producer, Spencer Stewart. It is a bossa nova-inspired track that features piano and acoustic guitar, with lyrics that talk about the feeling of not finding a romantic partner while others have.
Music critics praised "Falling Behind" due to its bossa nova-inspired tune and relatability amongst listeners. It received certifications in Australia, New Zealand, and the United States. The track was also included in Laufey's live album A Night at the Symphony (2023) and concert movie A Night at the Symphony: Hollywood Bowl (2024).