The Take (song)

"The Take" is a song by Canadian electronic music duo, The Chainsmokers, featuring American DJ and record producer, ILLENIUM, released on December 14, 2018, as the third single from The Chainsmokers' second studio album, Sick Boy. The song is a collaborative effort, blending The Chainsmokers' pop sensibilities with ILLENIUM's melodic bass sound.

The lyrics of "The Take" explore themes of regret, missed opportunities, and the desire to rewrite the past. The song's narrative revolves around someone reflecting on a past relationship and wishing they had taken a different approach.

The song achieved moderate commercial success, charting in several countries, and was generally well-received by fans of both The Chainsmokers and ILLENIUM. The collaboration was praised for its seamless blend of the artists' respective styles, creating a sound that appealed to a broad audience within the electronic music landscape.