Anushka’s “My Valentine” Feels Like More Than a Debut
A lot of debut singles feel like introductions.
Anushka’s “My Valentine” feels like the start of a plan.
Released on February 13, the 16-year-old independent artist timed her first official drop right before Valentine’s Day. That might sound simple, but it’s intentional. She didn’t just write a love song — she wrote one with the idea that it could return every year, tied to a moment people already celebrate.
That kind of thinking isn’t common for a high school junior balancing homework with vocal sessions.
A Teen Artist With Structure
On the surface, “My Valentine” captures the excitement of a first crush — the nervous energy, the quiet hope, the soft glow of something new. But the track doesn’t feel messy or rushed. It feels controlled.
That likely comes from Anushka’s background. With classical training, keyboard performance experience, and time in her school orchestra, she approaches pop with structure. The harmonies are layered thoughtfully. The melody leads. The production stays clean.
She also wrote, composed, and produced the song herself.
That matters. It shows this isn’t just a singer stepping into the studio for the first time — it’s a young artist building from the inside out.
Influenced, But Not Imitating
Anushka openly credits Taylor Swift for storytelling, Ariana Grande for vocal technique, and Shreya Ghoshal for emotional phrasing.
Those influences are clear in her attention to melody and vocal detail, but “My Valentine” doesn’t feel like a copy of anyone else’s sound.
Instead, it feels like someone learning from the best while still figuring out her own voice.
And that’s exactly what a debut should be.
Beyond Just Romance
While the title suggests romance, Anushka has said the song is also about appreciation — for family, friends, and the people who shape your life. That broader meaning gives the track more warmth and makes it relatable beyond couples.
It’s sweet, but not overly dramatic. Youthful, but not immature.
The Beginning of Something
Anushka has already hinted at more music on the way, with other songs exploring different sounds like R&B and genre blends. She’s also interested in live performances and expanding her audience globally.
“My Valentine” isn’t trying to be a viral moment. It feels like the foundation of a catalog.
For IMPLURNT, what stands out is this: at 16, Anushka isn’t just releasing music. She’s building something step by step.
And if this debut is any indication, she’s starting in the right direction.