Heat Waves (shakur Ahmad Remix) Guide

The remix retains the original lyrics written by lead singer Dave Bayley, which explore deeply personal themes of .

: Ahmad specializes in Funk Pop, R&B, and Neo Soul , and these influences are evident in the remix’s instrumentation.

The is a celebrated reinterpretation of the global hit by Glass Animals , originating from a 2020 fan remix competition hosted by the band. Produced by Shakur Ahmad—who was 19 at the time—it won the contest and was officially released alongside remixes by high-profile artists like Diplo. Musical Direction and Production Heat Waves (Shakur Ahmad Remix)

: It was featured on the Dreamland (Real Life Edition) album.

: Bayley wrote the song about a close friend who passed away; June was the month of that friend's birthday. The remix retains the original lyrics written by

Ahmad’s version is often praised by listeners for having a "cleaner" and more balanced mix than the original.

The Shakur Ahmad remix has garnered over across various platforms and is frequently included in "Best of" discussions among the Glass Animals community. Produced by Shakur Ahmad—who was 19 at the

: Winning the competition served as a significant milestone for Shakur Ahmad, who is a trained producer from the Icon Collective in Los Angeles.