A cross-border duet? Yes, you read it right! Ali Sethi and Jonita Gandhi have joined hands for a musical narrative with ‘Love Like That’.
We all know Sethi for his classical hits whereas Jonita, is known for her multilingual prowess, fluently tackling Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, and Malayalam across her musical offerings since her 2013 debut with Bollywood movie ‘Chennai Express’.
“Love Like That” opens with Jonita’s melodic “Wanna love like that,” offering a taste of contemporary American pop influences with repetitive refrains and programmed clap beats.
However, the song takes a unique turn when Ali Sethi introduces raga-inspired vocals, infusing a distinct melody rooted in D# major. This blending of American pop and Indian classical elements adds a compelling layer to the composition.
While the collaboration introduces new elements, such as the fusion of Jonita’s Punjabi lyrics and shifts in vocal styles, the overall execution falls short of achieving a seamless blend. The transitions between pop and classical elements lack the finesse needed for a genuinely collaborative endeavor, leaving the listener with a sense of disconnect.
