Jawab, the new single by British-Punjabi musician Jaz Dhami, came to him when he needed it the most. The number, which dropped last month, signifies many things to the singer — an escape, a space for healing, and the promise of renewal. “I was going through a challenging phase with my health and my brother’s terminal cancer diagnosis. Being in the studio allowed me to mentally travel to another world. I felt like I needed an escape into an imaginary fun world, and from that, this song was created,” says Dhami.

Simar has joined Dhami behind the mic for the number. Pics/Getty Images, Instagram