The song is a prominent synthwave track by Swedish producer Oscillian , featuring vocals by the German synth-pop artist Nina . Released in June 2017 as part of the album Ad Astra , it is often cited as a definitive example of modern "outrun" or synthwave music. Lyrical and Deep Themes
The recurring refrain "Don’t you give up now baby / We are gonna make it through" serves as a motivational anchor, urging the listener to hold on through a metaphorical dark night. Dont You Give Up (feat. Nina)
The track explores a "deep" narrative of resilience and cosmic perspective, standard in the synthwave genre's storytelling. The song is a prominent synthwave track by
Don't You Give Up (feat NINA) | Oscillian. 5. Don't You Give Up (feat NINA) 05:35. 5. Don't You Give Up (feat NINA) from Ad Astra. The track explores a "deep" narrative of resilience
The lyrics conclude with a powerful contrast: "We have our feet in the gutter / but our minds in the stars". This emphasizes maintaining high aspirations and intellectual or spiritual hope even when physical circumstances are difficult. Artist Context