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, Jay Stolar, Mick Coogan and Sean Myer, with production handled by O'Connell and Sean Myer. The song was released by

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and

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on March 6, 2020, as single for his album ''

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'' (2020). An official remix with American singer

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was released on June 26, 2020.

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describe the song as a "looming summer smash". Another remix adding American rapper

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as a featured artist was released on July 31, 2020.

Music video

The music video for "Past Life" was directed by

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and Gal Muggia and was officially released on July 14, 2020.

Commercial performance

On the ''Billboard'' Hot 100, the song debuted and peaked at number 77, becoming Daniel's second chart entry on the chart. The song also entered charts in Canada and Hungary peaking at number 68 and number 38 respectively.

Live performances

On August 18, 2020 Daniel performed a solo version of the song in a medley with "

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" on ''

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Charts

Certifications

Release history

References

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