"Drift" by Ekelle and BAKSH is an anthem for hustlers and dream chasers [Review]

Mixing laid-back vibes with a driven state of mind, rising Canadian artist Ekelle delivers a breezy ode to equilibrium on her latest single, "Drift." The pop-rap meets conscious hip-hop outing, on which she's aided by producer and featured artist Baksh, is as much a vibe as it is a message, one that resonates with hustlers who know that rest is part of the grind. "Drift" starts with a deep exhale, the feeling that comes at the end of a long day of pursuing our ambitions. Baksh's velveteen production sets a vibe that welcomes you to melt into the moment. Ekelle's lyrics hover over a sense of purpose, calm, collected, and unbothered. This isn't about giving up the grind. It's learning to ski at the speed you want.

"Drift" treads an interesting tightrope. Sure, it's a 420-friendly anthem for creatives and go-getters, but it's also elusively intentional. It revels in strategic pause. As Ekelle herself phrases it, the song is "for the ones who never stop chasing their dreams but know how to slow down and drift when they need to." It's self-awareness meets groove, ambition coated in smoke. Most noticeable is Ekelle's tone, fearless but composed, grounded but with upward movement. She's stating her message clearly and coolly, making it even harder. A chemistry between her and Baksh's layered, sun-drenched beats allows "Drift" to have an easy, breezy feel despite imbuing it with real-life charge.

With her new release, Ekelle demonstrates that she's making a place for herself in Canada's music landscape that feels refreshing and necessary. She's a storyteller of lived experience who reminds us that greatness is a holistic practice, whether you're talking about hustle or healing. In a world addicted to speed, "Drift" is the song that challenges you to break, reset, and emerge back on your path stronger and better than before. Think of it as your summer soundtrack for self-alignment. Light one up, lean back, drift, and do not lose your way.

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