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One melodic hook that crossed every border, and a mental-health conversation the community is still stitching forward.
Tim Bergling, Swedish producer and DJ, turned melodic house into a sound the whole dance floor could hum back. He was a headliner, sure, but the part that stuck for the community is how loudly he talked about mental health while the industry kept pretending the grind was all there was. He died in 2018. This entry exists so the person behind the sets stays in the conversation, not just the stats.
Last updated 2026-09-28 from the source article.
Quick Facts
- Artist
- Avicii
- Released
- 10 August 2017
- Recorded
- 2016–2017
- Genre
- Progressive house
- dance-pop
- folktronica
- tropical house
- Label
- Avicii; Geffen
Facts from the source article.
Lore & Background
He became a vocal advocate for mental health within the touring industry, using his platform to highlight the struggles behind the glittering facade of festival life. His final days were spent working on new music and establishing a foundation to support others facing similar challenges, ensuring that his story would evolve into a message of hope rather than just a tragedy.
Reader's Guide
The passing of Tim Bergling sent shockwaves through the global community, prompting an immediate and heartfelt response from fans and fellow artists alike. In his honor, The Avicii Foundation was established by his family to support mental health initiatives, suicide prevention, and music education programs worldwide.
Artists across genres have continued to collaborate on posthumous releases, carefully curating unreleased material to ensure the music remains true to his artistic vision while respecting his memory. These projects often feature messages of resilience and hope, reflecting the values he championed during his life.
Fans keep the spirit alive through annual tribute events, charity runs, and online communities dedicated to sharing stories of how his music helped them through difficult times. The legacy is not just in the songs played on repeat, but in the lives changed by the message of kindness and awareness that now defines his name.
Track listing
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Friend of Mine (featuring Vargas & Lagola) | Tim Bergling, Vincent Pontare, Salem Al Fakir | 2:39 |
| 2 | Lonely Together (featuring Rita Ora) | Benjamin Levin, Ali Tamposi, Bergling, Brian Lee, Magnus August Høiberg, Andrew Wotman | 3:01 |
| 3 | You Be Love (featuring Billy Raffoul) | Hillary Lindsey, Nathan Chapman, Bergling, Billy Raffoul | 3:27 |
| 4 | Without You (featuring Sandro Cavazza) | Carl Falk, Bergling, Pontare, Dhani Lennevald, Fakir, Alessandro Cavazza | 3:01 |
| 5 | What Would I Change It To (featuring AlunaGeorge) | Bergling, Mike Einziger, Aluna Francis | 2:58 |
| 6 | So Much Better (Avicii remix) | Bergling, Felix Flygare Floderer, Carl Silvergran, Cavazza | 2:37 |
| Total length | 17:43 | ||
Track listing from the source article.
Did You Know?
- He famously combined traditional Swedish folk instruments with modern electronic beats to create a unique sound.
- His album 'True' was groundbreaking for being entirely acoustic-based before adding production layers.
- He retired from touring in 2016 due to health issues, prioritizing his well-being over performance.
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