Mike Williams and Oaks Unite on Honest and Emotional New Single “Better Now.” Out Now on Be Yourself Music
Mike Williams’ global breakthrough arrived in 2017 with “Feel Good,” his collaboration with Felix Jaehn, which surged across radio, playlists, and streaming platforms and has since surpassed 160 million Spotify streams. The success continued with follow-up hits like “The Beat” and “Wait Another Day” with Mesto, both massive streaming successes that solidified his reputation for crafting melodic, high-energy dance tracks that work equally well in clubs and on the radio. Built from the piano up, his music carries a warm, instantly recognizable style that has helped him steadily expand his fanbase worldwide.
That signature sound has earned Mike Williams spots at major festivals including Ultra Music Festival, Tomorrowland, Parookaville, World Club Dome, and Mysteryland, while his touring schedule has taken him across the US, Canada, Asia, and Europe. Even during the pandemic, he remained active behind the decks, and when he’s not traveling, the down-to-earth Dutch producer can be found in his Blaricum studio — or carving out creative time on the road during writing sessions in cities like Ibiza, Stockholm, and London.
“This track was born during one of the best writing sessions I’ve ever had. Everything just clicked – the energy, the conversations, the songwriting. We’ve made a lot of music together, but this one felt different from the start. I’ve teased it in my sets for a long time, and people went absolutely crazy every time, both live and online. That’s why this track means so much to me.” – Mike Williams
“‘Better Now’ was written with Mike during a time when everything felt emotionally heavy for me. We let the song sit in the discomfort – the weight of loving someone you can’t fix and the quiet strength it takes to finally walk away. Performing it acoustically at ADE was a truly special moment, and I’m so happy to finally share this one with the world.” – Oaks
Mike Williams teams up with Oaks on “Better Now,” an emotionally charged yet high-energy single set for release on January 30, 2026 via Be Yourself Music. Created during an inspired writing session in Stockholm with Oaks and songwriter Max Adrian, the track captures a rare moment where vulnerability and uplift aligned naturally. Blending heartfelt lyrics with Mike Williams’ signature melodic production, “Better Now” balances personal storytelling with anthemic momentum.
Fans may already recognize the song from Mike Williams’ live sets, including early teases at his sold-out ADE event, Storylines, where it drew strong crowd reactions and sparked buzz across clubs, festivals, and social media. The final release delivers on that anticipation, offering a polished, festival-ready record that retains its emotional core while thriving on the dancefloor.
Make sure you check out “Better Now” on YouTube below and over on Spotify!
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