Nora Fatehi released her latest single 'Slay to the Rhythm' on Saturday, 1 August, the third track from her debut EP 'Play'. The song follows the back-to-back success of 'Champions' and 'Locked In', further cementing her growing identity as an independent artist and music producer.

About the Track

Co-crooned by Nora Fatehi and artist Ma3iz, with a score by Sanjoy, 'Slay to the Rhythm' arrives as a high-energy, dance-forward anthem. Fatehi has described it as 'a summer banger', positioning the track squarely in the global pop-dance space she has been carving out through the 'Play' EP.

Speaking about the release, Fatehi said: 'This is a summer banger. It's a tribute to music and dancers all around the world and to the power of rhythm, how it has connected people across the globe and opened so many doors for artists like me. It's a celebration of music and dance and how they give us the confidence to chase our dreams.'

What the Song Means to Fatehi

For Fatehi, the release carries personal significance beyond its commercial ambitions. 'This one is special for me! As an Independent artist and producer, this project marks my elevation as an artist musically,' she said. 'This song is about being FREE and celebrating music and dance! Both things that opened so many doors for me and connected me with all of you! Dance and music took me around the world and made the impossible possible! I hope this one inspires you to be free from the judgements of society and follow your heart always.'

The statement underscores a deliberate artistic pivot — from Bollywood item numbers to original, self-produced global music — that has defined her 'Play' project.

Earlier Releases from the EP

Before 'Slay to the Rhythm', Fatehi dropped 'Ya Baba' on 25 June this year, a track rooted in the iconic Tunisian folk classic 'Sidi Mansour'. Reflecting on that release, she wrote on social media: 'I'm taking a trip down memory lane and revisiting an iconic song that was a part of my childhood and years later, it's still finding its way back to me in the most special ways.'

The North African folk influence in 'Ya Baba', contrasted with the global dance-pop energy of 'Slay to the Rhythm', signals the sonic range Fatehi is exploring across the 'Play' EP.

What's Next

With three singles now out, audiences and industry observers will be watching whether the full EP lands as a cohesive artistic statement or a collection of standalone tracks. Fatehi's dual role as artist and producer adds an unusual layer of creative ownership rare among Indian film industry crossovers into independent music.