SINGLE REVIEW: Noorani – MISTAKE
Noorani’s ‘MISTAKE’ feels like stepping onto a dimly lit subway platform, caught between what was and what comes next. The sibling duo crafts an indiegaze dreamscape—lush, hypnotic, and emotionally raw—where delicate synth textures and shimmering ‘80s guitars swirl around R&B-inflected vocals. It’s a song about reclaiming yourself after manipulation, but it doesn’t just dwell in the pain; it finds catharsis in moving forward.
The duo’s vocal chemistry is at the heart of the track, their harmonies weaving between soft and unguarded, raw yet graceful. Her voice floats, light and wistful, while his carries a weight that grounds the song in something more visceral. Together, they strike a perfect balance, mirroring the bittersweet nature of the lyrics. There’s sorrow in the verses, but by the time the track surges into its powerful outro, it’s transformed into something defiant, full of clarity and confidence.
Sonically, ‘MISTAKE’ has a certain late-night glow, intimate yet cinematic. The production, recorded in their DIY home studio, embraces an unpolished authenticity that only adds to its charm. Every layer, from the drifting synths to the melancholic guitar leads, serves to enhance the song’s emotional depth without overwhelming its gentleness.
Noorani doesn’t just write songs—they create moments that linger. ‘MISTAKE’ is haunting yet hopeful, fragile yet bold, a beautifully realised step in their artistic evolution.
