The remix became a staple on SoundCloud and in club sets, effectively bridging the gap between mainstream pop and the "groovy" house sounds emerging at the time.

Released in 2015, the original "Want To Want Me" was a massive success, eventually becoming the biggest-selling song of that summer . Derulo has described the song as a "love story from a different perspective," exploring the raw desire of wanting someone so much that you cannot live without them . It was the first track recorded for his album Everything Is 4 . The Remix: Merk & Kremont’s Groovy Spin

The story of the of Jason Derulo's "Want To Want Me" is one of a summer anthem meeting its perfect high-energy match. The Origins: A Global Hit

Critics and fans alike praised it as a perfect track for the summer, helping the duo solidify their rising popularity in the global EDM scene.