Saving Up

"Saving Up" is a song by Australian record producer Dom Dolla released on 6 October 2023. The song features uncredited vocals by Clementine Douglas.^[1]

"Saving Up"
Single by Dom Dolla
Released	6 October 2023 (2023-10-06)
Recorded	2023
Genre	House[1][2] disco[2]
Length	3:27
Label	Three Six Zero Sony Music
Songwriter(s)	Dominic Matheson Clementine Douglas Toby Scott Caitlin Stubbs
Producer(s)	Dom Dolla, Toby Scott
Dom Dolla singles chronology
"Eat Your Man" (2023) "Saving Up" (2023) "Girls" (2024)

About the track, Dom Dolla said he "wanted to write a feel-good record, reminding [himself] of the importance of saving time for the ones [he cares] about and love."^[1]

Upon released, Dolla said "So excited to finally be releasing this one... it's a happy little banger I've been sneaking it into my sets over the last 12 months. A lot of you have been singing the words to it at my shows, which makes me feel like it’s the right time."^[3]

At the 2024 ARIA Music Awards, the song was nominated for Song of the Year, Best Dance/Electronic Release, Best Dance/Electronic Release, Best Produced Release, Best Engineered Release and for Dolla, Best Solo Artist.^[4]

Critical reception

Brooke Bierman from EDM said "The track embodies the essence of feel-good disco and house. Weaving together uplifting synths, soulful vocals and an infectious house beat, 'Saving Up' radiates warmth and explores the idea of saving time for loved ones."^[2]

Jessie Lynch from Purple Sneakers said The track explores the theme of prioritising relationships with loved ones over the relentless pursuit of personal fortunes, urging us all to save time for the people we hold dear. The track has a unique quality, akin to a sample but entirely original. It captures the essence of disco and house music, making it a perfect addition to Dom Dolla's already impressive musical repertoire.^[5]

Versions

Digital download

• "Saving Up" – 3:17
• "Saving Up" (Loods remix) – 3:30
• "Saving Up" (LF System remix) – 3:13
• "Saving Up" (Odd Mob remix) – 3:13

Charts

Weekly chart performance for "Saving Up"

Chart (2023–2024)	Peak position
Australia (ARIA)[6]	10
Australia Club Tracks (ARIA)[7]	1
Netherlands Club (Dutch Top 40)[8]	2
New Zealand (Recorded Music NZ)[9]	33
UK Singles Downloads (OCC)[10]	78
US Hot Dance/Electronic Songs (Billboard)[11]	25

Certifications

Certifications for "Saving Up"

Region	Certification	Certified units/sales
Australia (ARIA)[12]	Platinum	70,000‡
‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone.

See also

• List of number-one club tracks of 2023 (Australia)

References

1. "Dom Dolla drops uplifting new single, 'Saving Up'". Dancing Astronaut. 6 October 2023. Retrieved 10 December 2023.
2. "Dom Dolla Drops Effervescent Disco-House Track, "Saving Up"". EDM. 6 October 2023. Retrieved 10 December 2023.
3. "Dom Dolla shares new single, 'Saving Up': Listen". DJ Mag. 16 October 2023. Retrieved 10 December 2023.
4. "ARIA Awards 2024 nominations — everything you need to know". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. 26 September 2024. Retrieved 29 September 2024.
5. Jessie Lynch (6 October 2023). "Dom Dolla Drops Happy Little Banger 'Saving Up'". Purple Sneakers. Retrieved 10 December 2023.
6. "ARIA Top 50 Singles Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. 12 February 2024. Retrieved 9 February 2024.
7. "ARIA Top 50 Club Tracks Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. 11 December 2023. Retrieved 10 December 2023.
8. "WorldWideClub 20-Lijst van week 47, 2023" (in Dutch). Dutch Top 40. Retrieved 10 December 2023.
9. "NZ Top 40 Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. 5 February 2024. Retrieved 2 February 2024.
10. "Official Singles Downloads Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 10 December 2023.
11. "Dom Dolla Chart History (Hot Dance/Electronic Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved 10 December 2023.
12. "Singles Accreditations Report - April 2024" (PDF). Australian Recording Industry Association. Retrieved 16 May 2024.