Initial Talk separated the previously layered vocals from the first remix, allowing for more distinct interplay between Kylie and Dua, particularly on the chorus.
The track served as a "torch-passing" moment between Minogue and Lipa, solidifying their statuses as queens of the modern dance floor during a period of heavy nostalgia in pop music. Initial Talk separated the previously layered vocals from
Critics have compared the remix's production to the works of Dead or Alive and New Order , noting its "audio deep fake" quality that perfectly mimics 80s production tropes. Release and Critical Reception Release and Critical Reception The Initial Talk remix
The Initial Talk remix transforms the contemporary disco-pop of the original into a nostalgic 80s dance-floor anthem. Key features include: Critics from the Gay Times and The Line
Seeking to push the track's retro aesthetic further, Initial Talk was brought in to create a version that leaned heavily into 1980s synth-pop and Hi-NRG . Musical Composition
Billboard named it one of the best dance songs of 2021 , describing it as "familiar yet fresh". Critics from the Gay Times and The Line of Best Fit praised it as an "epic collaboration" and a "perfect fit" for the disco-revival era.