Bruno Mars’ ‘Die With A Smile’ Dominates Global Charts After Years

UPDATE: Bruno Mars’ hit duet with Lady Gaga, “Die With A Smile,” has skyrocketed to global success, officially becoming the most-played song on Spotify in 2025. This revelation comes just days after Spotify released its year-end statistics, confirming the song’s massive impact on the music landscape.

The track, which debuted in the middle of 2024, was initially a long-forgotten draft. For years, it lingered in Mars’ archives until he recognized its potential. In a Variety feature published yesterday (December 4), co-writer James Fauntleroy revealed that the song was inspired by the upcoming movie “Joker: Folie a Deux,” which stars Lady Gaga.

Fauntleroy stated,

“He was such a genius for pulling that out of the back of his subconscious memory because of the timing of that movie.”

Mars believed the song could resonate with the film’s themes, further solidifying Gaga as the ideal collaborator.

The origins of “Die With A Smile” date back three years, with Mars writing parts of it before placing it on hold. Once he learned about Gaga’s role in the film, he reignited the project. Co-writer and producer Dernst “D’Mile” Emile II discussed the song’s evolution, noting,

“We had a second version that felt closer to what it ended up being.”

He emphasized how their collaborative efforts brought the track to life, combining guitar and bass to create the final product.

The song’s journey from obscurity to chart dominance highlights the power of collaboration and timing in the music industry. As it continues to capture listeners worldwide, the emotional connection and artistic synergy between Mars and Gaga resonate deeply with fans.

As “Die With A Smile” maintains its spot at the top, music lovers worldwide are eager to see if future collaborations between these two icons will follow. Keep an eye on this developing story as more updates emerge from the music scene!