Tochan by Sidhu Moose Wala, Byg Byrd

When Sidhu Moose Wala, Byg Byrd recorded Tochan, something special happened in the studio — and listeners have felt it ever since. Credit goes to Sidhu Moose Wala for a score that understands exactly what the song needs and nothing more.

Sidhu Moose Wala, Byg Byrd delivers the lyrics with a nuance that turns an already strong song into something genuinely moving. The song is tied to a talented ensemble cast, whose presence gives Tochan a visual dimension that fans of the film will always associate with it.

2018 was a strong year for Punjabi music, and Tochan was among the reasons why. It is the kind of track that works at full volume with friends and equally well in a quiet room alone — the mood adjusts without the song changing.

Running to 3:41, the song is exactly as long as it needs to be, which is the hardest length for a songwriter to find. This is music that holds up — not because it is perfect, but because it is honest, and honesty in a song is irreplaceable.