The song is a prominent synthwave track by Swedish producer Oscillian , featuring vocals by the German synth-pop artist Nina . Released in June 2017 as part of the album Ad Astra , it is often cited as a definitive example of modern "outrun" or synthwave music. Lyrical and Deep Themes
The opening lines—"In the dead of night / Finally awake"—suggest a moment of clarity or a "wake-up call" after a period of stagnation. Dont You Give Up (feat. Nina)
The lyrics conclude with a powerful contrast: "We have our feet in the gutter / but our minds in the stars". This emphasizes maintaining high aspirations and intellectual or spiritual hope even when physical circumstances are difficult. Artist Context The song is a prominent synthwave track by
Don't You Give Up (feat NINA) | Oscillian. 5. Don't You Give Up (feat NINA) 05:35. 5. Don't You Give Up (feat NINA) from Ad Astra. The lyrics conclude with a powerful contrast: "We