Indian-American musician Nikhil Iyer captures the intense feeling of falling in love and knowing you can’t live a life without a particular person on “Sanam (don’t go away),” combining Indian influences with a modern pop sound that appeals to a multi-cultural fanbase.
Rooted in bilingual lyricism swaying seamless between English and Hindi, Iyer’s artistry is a soulful blend of guitar melodies and emotive vocal lines that make for a delicate sonic experience.
Opening with enchanting strings and acoustic guitars, punctuated by gentle rhythm, the track moves from English sections to Hindi lyrics with ease as the rising act weaves a world of hook-laden pop with rich vocals and melancholic song writing.
Managing to blend his Indian heritage with his US upbringing, Iyer who aims to introduce Indian soundscapes in a mainstream, global space has consistently crafted captivating offerings that set him up as an act to keep on your radar.
