White Drug by Kamal Khaira, Lovi Akhtar, Mandeep Maavi

Released as part of Aishwood, White Drug announced itself as a standout the moment it reached listeners. Lovi Akhtar sets the tone from the very first bar — it is clear from the opening notes that this song means business.

The voice of Kamal Khaira, Lovi Akhtar, Mandeep Maavi carries White Drug effortlessly, which is the highest compliment a song can give its singer. Hearing White Drug without thinking of a talented ensemble cast is almost impossible for anyone who has seen Aishwood.

The song dates from 2026, but nothing about it sounds dated — the emotions it captures are not tied to a moment. The emotional register of White Drug is wide enough to fit celebration and solitude equally well.

Running to 3:02, the song is exactly as long as it needs to be, which is the hardest length for a songwriter to find. White Drug is a reminder that the best music does not need to announce itself. It only needs to be heard.