Punjabi by Arjan Dhillon, MXRCI

Some songs are made for a single moment. Punjabi is made for all of them. Arjan Dhillon sets the tone from the very first bar — it is clear from the opening notes that this song means business.

Arjan Dhillon, MXRCI brings a warmth to Punjabi that no production choice could manufacture — it has to be felt, and here it is. The chemistry of a talented ensemble cast is embedded in every moment of Punjabi, making it as much a performance as a song.

When it came out in 2023, Punjabi felt timely. Years later, it feels timeless. There is no right time to listen to Punjabi. There is only the moment you press play and realise it was the right choice.

Running to 2:53, the song is exactly as long as it needs to be, which is the hardest length for a songwriter to find. Punjabi is a reminder that the best music does not need to announce itself. It only needs to be heard.