Indie pop artist Kamakshi Khanna has released her latest single, Love Is Not A Fucking Game, a catchy and honest song that captures the essence of navigating the complexities of modern romance. The song is the first single from her forthcoming EP, and it originates from The Green Room Sessions, a lockdown series featuring the raw versions of her unreleased music.
The song blends elements of pop, R&B, and electronic music, creating a dynamic and engaging sound that matches the emotional intensity of the lyrics. The gentle strums of guitar and Kamakshi Khanna’s voice, rich with emotion, draw you in as she navigates this terrain with a grace that belies the pain in her lyrics, offering listeners a glimpse into the depths of a heart scorned. The other instrumental accompaniments join in, adding depth to the song. The chorus is especially memorable, as she repeats the title of the song with a defiant and sarcastic tone, rejecting the idea that love should be treated like a game.
The song is accompanied by an impressive music video, which uses live action and 3D animation to illustrate the concept of the song. It features Kamakshi Khanna as a gaming character navigating a relationship turned sour, through different levels of the game, each representing a different stage of the relationship, from attraction to deception, facing various obstacles and challenges, while her boyfriend casually controls the game from the couch.
The video portrays the power imbalance and the lack of empathy in the relationship, as well as Khanna’s struggle to escape from the game. The video ends with Khanna finding her self-worth and walking away from the toxic relationship.
Kamakshi Khanna delivers a strong and captivating performance, both vocally and visually. Love Is Not A Fucking Game is a relatable and poignant song. It is a blend of musical innovation and emotional honesty, capturing the journey from heartbreak to self-discovery.