Seema Farswani is a singer-songwriter, composer, and a producer based out of Singapore whose music blurs the lines of genres and creates a sound that is immersive. From the rawness blues to the energy of pop-rock, her sound is laced with innovation. Her discography is a testament to her ecstatic musical abilities. Each track speaks the language of the soul and it would be safe to say that Seema is the puppeteer who tells vivid stories through her art. If you love to listen to tracks that bend genres and create an unforgettable vibe, this is an artist that will stay in your playlists forever.
Seema will take you on a rollercoaster ride that goes to the highest of highs and the lowest of the lows.
I recently stumbled upon this musical master piece called ‘Sketches On The Walls (Reimagined)’ by her and I must say, it’s one of my best finds of the year. this piece was created with Rish, whose intricate musical knowledge adds depth to the track through delightful backing vocals and engulfing instrumentation. This track is a subtle representation of life. Each line is filled with deep emotions while preserving it’s musical essence. The track motivates the listener to keep at it even if the direction seems vague. The musical arrangement and the instrument selection is on point and the way this track evokes such vast emotions is remarkable. If you love to discover music that holds the power to pull you out of the darkest places, “Sketches on the Walls” is going to be your jam!
We also had a chance to have a conversation with Seema and here’s how it went-
1. You’ve described Sketches on the Walls (Reimagined) as an evolution rather than a rewrite. What changed in you between the original and this version that made this reimagining necessary?
Answer– The original Sketches on the Walls was penned and created during my time at Berklee, when I was still discovering my path as an artist. It was a phase filled with excitement, but also a fair amount of chaos and confusion as I navigated my identity and direction in music. That emotional intensity naturally translated into the original version — it carried a certain adrenaline and urgency reflective of where I was at the time.
Over time, I became more comfortable discovering my voice and understanding my emotional language as an artist. The love and encouragement I received from listeners and radio platforms gave me the confidence to revisit the piece from a place of clarity rather than uncertainty.
Over time, I evolved not just technically but emotionally. I became more comfortable with space, silence, and vulnerability in my music. The reimagined version reflects that growth. It isn’t about replacing the original — it’s about honoring it while allowing the music to breathe in a more honest and grounded way.
This reimagining became necessary because I had grown, and the song deserved to grow with me.
2. What does your musical journey look like, and how do you think making music has changed your life?
Answer– My musical journey has been one of self-discovery and courage. I entered music deeply passionate but also aware that it requires discipline, humility, and continuous learning.
Making music has changed my life in the most grounding way. It has given me a voice beyond language — a way to express emotions and memories that words alone cannot hold. It has also connected me with people across cultures and backgrounds, reminding me that music is a universal emotional language.
Personally, it has made me more fearless. Artistically, more patient. And emotionally, it has helped me understand myself more deeply.
3. This version leans into a live acoustic sensibility with Spanish and Indian influences. What drew you to these two worlds sonically, and how did you ensure the fusion felt organic rather than forced?
Answer– I’ve always been drawn to musical worlds that carry deep emotional storytelling, and both Spanish and Indian traditions hold immense warmth and soul. When the reimagined version began to take shape, I knew I wanted these two sonic worlds to exist within it in a natural and honest way.
This version was reimagined alongside Rish from Level Music, Mumbai, while keeping the essence and emotional core of the original intact. The idea was to open the composition into a more live, acoustic space so it could carry greater warmth and depth. With his remarkable musicality across Spanish guitar, Indian rhythmic textures like tabla and cajón, delicate string elements within the bridge, and subtle backing vocals, the soundtrack began to take on a more intimate and layered life.
The intention was never to create fusion for effect, but to allow both influences to exist organically within the same emotional landscape. Each element complements the other rather than competing, allowing the music to breathe and feel authentic.
This piece stands as a reflection of where I began my journey and where I stand today — more grounded, more confident, and still evolving.
4. The bridge is inspired by the sentiment “Aashaein, manzilen chhod aaye hum kahan…”. Can you talk about what that line represents emotionally, and why it felt essential to the heart of this reimagined version?
Answer– That sentiment reflects a quiet moment of introspection — the feeling of looking back and wondering how far you’ve traveled from where you once were.
Emotionally, it represents longing, hope, and reflection all at once. It speaks to the idea that in pursuing dreams and navigating life, we sometimes leave parts of ourselves behind, yet those fragments continue to shape who we become.
Including this emotional essence in the bridge felt essential because Sketches on the Walls (Reimagined) is ultimately about growth and memory. It gently acknowledges where we’ve been while embracing where we are today.
5. The idea of ‘sketches’ as unfinished lines from our past is a powerful metaphor. Do you feel you’ve made peace with your earlier sketches, or are you still adding to them?
Answer– I believe we’re always adding to them.
Making peace with the past doesn’t mean closing the book — it means learning to see those earlier sketches with compassion rather than judgment.
Every experience, whether complete or unfinished, contributes to who we become as artists and individuals. Today, I see my earlier sketches as foundations that continue to shape my evolution. Growth is ongoing, and those sketches remain part of the journey.
6. For listeners discovering Sketches on the Walls for the first time through this reimagined version, what do you hope they feel when the song ends, and what do you hope stays with them?
Answer– I hope they feel a sense of quiet warmth and reflection.
More than anything, I hope the soundtrack gives them a moment to pause and reconnect with their own journey — their memories, growth, and resilience.
If something stays with them after the music ends, I hope it’s the feeling that it’s never too late to evolve, soften, or rediscover parts of themselves. Music, for me, is about connection, and if listeners find even a small piece of their own story within the soundtrack, then it has done its job.
7. If you could give a message to up-and-coming artists, what would it be?
Answer– Stay rooted in authenticity. Focus on growth than comparison, and remember that sincerity and consistency will always outlast trends.
Surround yourself with people who respect your artistry, keep learning something new every week, and allow yourself the freedom to evolve. Every artist’s journey is unique — and that individuality is one’s greatest strength!
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