"When We Were Young" is a song by English singer Adele from her third studio album, 25, released in 2015. The song was written by Adele and Tobias Jesso Jr., produced by Ariel Rechtshaid, and released as the album’s second single on January 22, 2016. It is a soul ballad with piano instrumentation focusing on Adele’s vocals. The song explores themes of nostalgia, fear of aging, and reconnecting with an old acquaintance, reflecting on the past and the passage of youth. Critics have praised its emotional depth and production. The song reached the top 10 in multiple countries and received various certifications, including 6× Platinum in Canada and 3× Platinum in the UK.
Additionally, "When We Were Young" is also the name of an annual music festival held at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds scheduled for October 18 & 19, 2025.
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