Toronto’s own Ekelle is sliding into summer 2025 with the ideal deck for slow rolls and good vibes. Her new single, “Drift,” had already made an appearance on her “420 playlist,” and with no one being immune to its appeal, this laid-back 420 anthem featuring the instantly smooth Baksh is a cut for those in the know, who understand the hustle and the get high.
Dropped on June 16 and opens with some jangly, woozy production handled by Baksh himself to quickly grab listeners’ ears, setting the stage for a song that’s part motivation, part meditation. Her easy, confident delivery, augmented by bouncy, drive-time melodies, marries themes of self-care and straight-up hustle. There is no denying the chemistry between Ekelle and Baksh. But while Ekelle rides the beat with a lyrical bravado that references building empires without burning out, Baksh glides in with a laid-back swagger that adds the understated smokiness the song’s vibe cries out for. It’s music for rolling all the windows down, lighting one up, and reminding yourself that progress doesn’t always have to be at full speed.
Ekelle said the song is dedicated to those who never, ever stop running after their dreams, but also know how to slow it down and back up when necessary, and that ethos rings through each bar. It’s more than just a track, it’s a reminder. Whether you’re a night owl producer, a 9-to-5 dreamer, or simply someone trying to find your lane, “Drift” is granting the license to hit the pause button without losing momentum. With its velvety production and affirming theme, it solidifies Ekelle’s growing reputation as one of Toronto’s most purposeful and eclectic voices in hip hop.