Studio Album · No. 6
Listen Songwriting Credits by David Guetta
Produced by David Guetta, Giorgio Tuinfort, Frédéric Riesterer, Avicii
What a Music / Parlophone / Atlantic Records
EDMDance-PopPopElectro House
100%
Authorship
Holds writing credit on 14 of 14 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 14 / 14 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 14 tracks with documented writers, by whether David Guetta carries a lyricist or composer credit.
14 trackswritten by David Guetta
0 tracksoutside writers
David Guetta's roles on this album
Share of the 14 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist100%
Composer100%
Producer100%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
14
Tracks
18
Lyricists
7
Producers
2014
Released
Data Insight
David Guetta produces and co-writes across Listen, expanding his usual EDM template with more acoustic and songwriter-driven material, and collaborating with producers including Giorgio Tuinfort, Afrojack, Nicky Romero, Showtek, and Avicii. The album leans heavily on guest topliners: Sam Martin co-wrote and sang 'Lovers on the Sun' and 'Dangerous,' while 'Hey Mama' pairs Nicki Minaj and Bebe Rexha over production with Afrojack. As with Guetta's other records, his role is producer and co-writer rather than lead vocalist, with featured singers shaping each song's identity. The result is a collaborative EDM/pop record that pushes toward larger pop crossover than his earlier club-focused releases.
Track Listing & Credits 14 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Dangerous
#56
|
David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortSam Martin | David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortSam Martin | David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortSam Martin | Sam Martin |
| 2 |
What I Did for Love
|
David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortEmeli Sandé | David GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | David GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | Emeli Sandé |
| 3 |
No Money No Love
|
David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortElliphantMs. Dynamite | David GuettaShowtekGiorgio Tuinfort | David GuettaShowtekGiorgio Tuinfort | ElliphantMs. Dynamite |
| 4 |
Lovers on the Sun
|
David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortFrédéric RiestererSam Martin | David GuettaAviciiGiorgio TuinfortFrédéric Riesterer | David GuettaAviciiGiorgio TuinfortFrédéric Riesterer | Sam Martin |
| 5 |
Goodbye Friend
|
David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortFrédéric RiestererSam MartinThe Script | David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortFrédéric Riesterer | David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortFrédéric Riesterer | The Script |
| 6 |
Lift Me Up
|
David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortNico & Vinz | David GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | David GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | Nico & VinzLadysmith Black Mambazo |
| 7 |
Listen
|
David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortJohn Legend | David GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | David GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | John Legend |
| 8 |
Bang My Head
|
SiaDavid GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | David GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | David GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | Sia |
| 9 |
Yesterday
|
David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortBebe Rexha | David GuettaAviciiGiorgio Tuinfort | David GuettaAviciiGiorgio Tuinfort | Bebe Rexha |
| 10 |
Hey Mama
#8
|
David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortNicki MinajBebe RexhaAfrojack | David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortAfrojack | David GuettaAfrojackGiorgio Tuinfort | Nicki MinajBebe RexhaAfrojack |
| 11 |
Sun Goes Down
|
David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortMagic! | David GuettaShowtekGiorgio Tuinfort | David GuettaShowtek | Magic!Sonny Wilson |
| 12 |
S.T.O.P.
|
David GuettaGiorgio TuinfortRyan Tedder | David GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | David GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | Ryan Tedder |
| 13 |
I'll Keep Loving You
|
David GuettaFrédéric RiestererGiorgio TuinfortBirdyJaymes Young | David GuettaFrédéric RiestererGiorgio Tuinfort | David GuettaFrédéric Riesterer | BirdyJaymes Young |
| 14 |
The Whisperer
|
SiaDavid GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | David GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | David GuettaGiorgio Tuinfort | Sia |
Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 22 contributors
DG
David Guetta
Writer · Producer
GT
Giorgio Tuinfort
Writer · Producer
FR
Frédéric Riesterer
Writer · Producer
SM
Sam Martin
Writer · Producer
A
Avicii
Writer · Producer
S
Showtek
Writer · Producer
BR
Bebe Rexha
Writer
S
Sia
Writer
A
Afrojack
Writer · Producer
B
Birdy
Writer
E
Elliphant
Writer
ES
Emeli Sandé
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions Listen
Did David Guetta write Listen?
David Guetta co-wrote and produced the tracks on Listen, working with collaborators including Giorgio Tuinfort, Afrojack, Nicky Romero, and Showtek. The songwriting was shared with featured vocalists such as Sam Martin and Nicki Minaj, who supplied the toplines and lyrics over Guetta's productions.
Who sings on Hey Mama by David Guetta?
'Hey Mama' features Nicki Minaj and Bebe Rexha on vocals, with additional production from Afrojack. The song peaked at number eight on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming one of the album's biggest hits.
What is the highest-charting single from Listen?
'Hey Mama' was the album's highest US performer, reaching number eight on the Billboard Hot 100. 'Dangerous' featuring Sam Martin also charted, peaking at number 56.
Who is the singer on Lovers on the Sun and Dangerous?
Sam Martin sang and co-wrote both 'Lovers on the Sun' and 'Dangerous.' 'Lovers on the Sun' topped the UK Singles Chart but did not enter the US Billboard Hot 100, while 'Dangerous' reached number 56 in the US.
How did Listen perform on the charts?
Listen debuted at number eight on the UK Albums Chart and peaked at number four on the US Billboard 200, making it Guetta's highest-charting American album at the time. It earned Gold certification in the US and Platinum or higher in several European markets.
What kind of album is Listen?
Listen is an EDM and dance-pop album that broadens Guetta's sound with more songwriter-driven and acoustic-leaning tracks alongside his usual club productions. It pairs his studio work with a wide roster of guest vocalists.
Is Listen a David Guetta solo album?
Listen is credited as a David Guetta studio album, but nearly every song features guest vocalists since Guetta produces and co-writes rather than sings. Featured artists include Nicki Minaj, Bebe Rexha, Sam Martin, Sia, and Emeli Sandé.