Aloe Blacc and Cooper Alan bring a country flair to “Wake Me Up,” reimagining the iconic song for its 10th anniversary.
Grammy-nominated artist Aloe Blacc and country breakout star Cooper Alan have reimagined the timeless hit “Wake Me Up” with a soulful country twist. Originally co-created by Avicii and Aloe Blacc, the track captivated millions worldwide upon its release ten years ago. Now, this collaboration breathes new life into the song, blending Aloe’s unmistakable soul with Cooper’s modern country edge.
Aloe Blacc, whose impressive catalog includes chart-topping tracks like “I Need a Dollar” and “The Man,” embraced the opportunity to revisit this beloved song. Reflecting on the process, Aloe shares, “When I first wrote the lyrics and recorded the acoustic demo of ‘Wake Me Up,’ it had a strong bluegrass vibe. This version with Cooper brings it home to where it started in the writing room. I’m excited that a whole new generation loves it.”
For Cooper Alan, the collaboration was a dream come true. “I’ve been such a huge fan of Aloe and this song from day one. The idea of giving it a new life in a genre I love felt like a perfect fit,” Alan says. Known for his meteoric rise on TikTok with over 10 million followers and a sold-out international tour, Alan continues to push boundaries in country music. 
“Wake Me Up (Country Version)” is a testament to the universal power of music, bridging fans of both the original track and a new generation of country listeners.
