The song was released on 9 October 2014, as the third and final single from Im's third studio album Heart Beats.

Sony had wanted "Living Dangerously" to be the album's second single, but Im argued for "Gladiator".

[1] A second video was filmed, involving Im performing the song in a studio with piano and candles, but Sony didn’t like this one either.

[5] Asif Mumtaz of All Noise said "Dami's powerful vocals are perfect for "Living Dangerously" as she soars above the electronic beat to fill up the track with life.

"[6] On 18 October 2014, Im performed "Gladiator" and "Living Dangerously" at the 26th annual Australian Commercial Radio Awards.