Bloodlust by Sidhu Moose Wala

Bloodlust is one of those rare Punjabi tracks that manages to feel both fresh and familiar the moment it begins. The music, composed by Sidhu Moose Wala, carries the song forward with a confidence that matches the performance.

Sidhu Moose Wala inhabits this song completely, making every phrase feel like it was written specifically for this voice. Hearing Bloodlust without thinking of a talented ensemble cast is almost impossible for anyone who has seen No Name.

2022 was a strong year for Punjabi music, and Bloodlust was among the reasons why. Listeners have described the experience of Bloodlust differently — romantic, melancholic, uplifting — which suggests the song is large enough to hold many truths.

In 2:39 minutes, Bloodlust builds, opens up, and resolves in a way that feels complete rather than truncated. The song continues to find new listeners, which is the surest sign that it was made with something genuine at its core.