Hardwell & Austin Mahone - Creatures Of The Night (official Lyric Video) · Original

: It draws inspiration from the spirit of Bruce Springsteen , referencing his classic anthem by stating, "Maybe we're born to run".

The video depicts these kids desperately seeking a space to dance and express their feelings. : It draws inspiration from the spirit of

The song itself has a "summer anthem" backstory. It premiered on the mainstage of in Miami, a moment that Hardwell used to showcase a shift toward a future bass sound while retaining his signature EDM energy. For Austin Mahone, it was a move into "revolutionary territories," blending his pop vocals with a more experimental dance production. Creatures of the Night (Hardwell and Austin Mahone song) It premiered on the mainstage of in Miami,

The lyrics tell a story of escaping the mundane routine of the day to find a place where you can truly be yourself. The journey culminates on a club dancefloor, where

The journey culminates on a club dancefloor, where they finally connect with the music as Hardwell performs, symbolizing the peak of their freedom.

: The journey begins with the intent to "head up there," sailing on the sunset and leaving the city behind.