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Natania drops dreamy new single

Natania drops dreamy new single

Time of India10-05-2025
Natania, the genre-bending singer-songwriter, unveils her new single, "Senti," a lively exploration of early romance's dizzying, dreamlike feelings. This infectious and lyrically honest track, featured on
DESI TRILL
's 'Brown Is Everywhere Vol. 2' EP, is a captivating anthem for anyone who's experienced
love at first sight
, highlighting Natania's ethereal vocals and storytelling prowess.
As Natania describes, "Senti is about that initial meeting, where you're already envisioning a future with someone, even without knowing them. It's a celebration of the delightful madness of falling in love and embracing the 'mental' side of being sentimental." The "Senti" music video takes the song to another level through a collaboration with Los Angeles-based creative director and artist Aadil Abedi, known for his modern interpretations of traditional Arabic calligraphy and work with artists like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and brands like Apple.
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Shot in vibrant Los Angeles, the video presents a charming love story that fuses Indo-Western fashion with striking pop aesthetics, featuring Natania in stylish looks and Abedi's calligraphy adding a distinctive artistic touch. Aadil Abedi remarks, "Collaborating with Natania was pure magic - it's the first time I've brought my calligraphy into a music video, and seeing music and art merge so seamlessly was incredibly special. Creating the massive set piece allowed my art to breathe and it's the first time my work has found a home in a music video. Thank you, Natania, for inviting me into your world.' Building on a series of successful releases, including her recent feature on 'Higher Love' from The Smurfs soundtrack alongside DJ Khaled, Cardi B, and fellow DESI TRILL artist Subhi, Natania continues to make her mark on the Indian and global pop stage.
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