Walker's early years were marked by trial and error, as he honed his skills and developed his unique sound. He spent countless hours producing, learning from online tutorials, and watching YouTube videos. His early productions were largely influenced by popular EDM artists like Tiesto, Avicii, and deadmau5.

You likely remember the chorus which contrasts "play" with "work" or struggle:

If you’ve been following the EDM scene for a while, you know that Alan Walker

"Play" is a high-energy EDM anthem about resilience, living in the moment, and the idea that life is a game meant to be played rather than worried about.