Forget everything you thought you knew about PhD candidates — Assam-born singer-songwriter Niki Choudhury just shattered the stereotype, launching Season 2 of her ambitious ‘Monthly Melodies’ project with a soul-stirring new single, “With You.”
If you spent the last year soaking up the dozen emotional gems from Season 1 (running from April 2024 to March 2025), get ready for another round. Niki is back, and she’s as dedicated as ever to turning the complex, messy tapestry of love and longing into music that feels less like a song and more like a soft hug.
The artist, who playfully calls herself a “human playlist for messy love,” isn’t just a voice — she’s a storyteller currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Colour Aesthetics at IIT Delhi. Her unique blend of technical finesse—honed since she began vocal and dance training at age five—and raw emotional honesty shines through in “With You.”
She reveals that the inspiration wasn’t a clever line or catchy beat, but a feeling — that restless, wakeful heart that beats in the quiet, late-night hours. The song beautifully captures the paradox of modern love — the push and pull of distance, and the way presence can still exist even in absence.
It’s a genuine celebration of connection, a sonic tether to that one person, no matter how far away they might be.
From Lecture Hall to Hit Single
The track’s creation has its own delightful story. Niki’s songwriting process often begins with an intense emotional moment — and in this case, a pivotal melody struck her so forcefully during a university lecture that she had to sneak out, record it on her phone, and slip back in like a musical spy.
What started as a simple guitar-piano sketch in Niki’s home studio — complete with her signature layered musical textures, harmonies, and emotive vocals — was polished by producer Shan Paul. He introduced R&B and indie pop elements, transforming the track into a dynamic, warm, and honest ballad that retains its initial sincerity while adding expanded depth.
Setting the Tone for Season 2
With “With You,” the first drop of Season 2, Niki is setting the emotional bar high. Her biggest hope? That listeners, whether they’re alone with headphones or lying awake at 2 a.m., listen and think:
“Yes, this is exactly how it feels when you’re crushing hard.”
This isn’t just a song release — it’s Niki Choudhury adding another intimate page to her musical diary, one raw emotion at a time.
