Avara, the LA-based talent with Indian-American roots, caught our attention with “THESE SHEETS,” her self-produced R&B gem. Now, she’s stirring souls again with “duck & roll,” a track that’s like a dream dipped in melancholy. Picture this: pulsating bass, a beat that’s there but not overbearing, and those ethereal pads—oh, and the keys and guitar? Slick as rain on city streets. Her voice? It’s like honey, but with a story to tell.
This time, Avara’s singing about love, but it’s the kind that flickers out, leaving you cold. It’s a love story, sure, but with a twist. It’s got the sweetness of nostalgia, but it’s tinged with what-ifs and could-have-beens. She’s clever, using “duck & roll” as a metaphor—like those fire drills from her childhood—to paint a picture of a passion that burned too bright, too fast. And those lyrics, “4 walls don’t work like they used to/It’s what I’m used to/so complacent/it’d be solved if we could just talked”—that’s the sting of hindsight, isn’t it?
Heads up, fans and soon-to-be converts: Avara’s debut EP drops at March’s end. It’s a date to circle in red on your calendars, trust me. Meanwhile, let “duck & roll” spin in your ears and heart. It’s a prelude to what’s coming, and if this song is any sign, we’re in for a treat.