Released on 7 May 2025, Rawal’s latest album ‘Sherdil’ proves why he’s one of the most distinct voices in the Indian hip-hop scene.

Let’s be real, Rawal isn’t chasing trends. He’s never been that kind of artist. From the early days of his underground come-up to being a respected name in the alternative DHH wave, Rawal has carved out his own lane. And with ‘Sherdil’, he doesn’t just walk in that lane, he builds a new one.

‘Sherdil’ is a 17-track odyssey packed with emotional weight, slick lyricism, and genre-fluid experimentation. It’s not about polished radio bangers, it’s about truth, creativity, and raw energy. 

The album features a solid lineup of artists who’ve brought their unique flavors to the mix. From Ikka and Seedhe Maut to rising names like ZeRO ChiLL and Tang Mizaaji, each voice adds a new texture to Rawal’s expansive canvas.

The title track, Sherdil, kicks things off with AFKAP, setting the tone for what feels like a sonic diary, a collection of moods, reflections, and real talk. Then there’s Eiffel Tower with Raga and Ikka, giving a slick mix of wordplay and swagger. 

Moohfatt feels like a no-nonsense clapback, while Meri Zindagi featuring Gaurav leans into personal storytelling.

Bhundfaad (Seedhe Maut) lives up to its name, chaotic, fearless, and relentless. Tracks like Adele and 4coal offer quieter moments, while Mere Saare Nakli Dost, with Saar Punch and Manya Mograi, addresses trust issues and fake friendships,  something every artist in the scene has probably wrestled with. 

Bounce (Burrah, Arpit Bala) lightens the mood, and Tu (rohh, Tang Mizaaji) dips into a more emotional zone.

The album keeps evolving with tracks like Tabla Faad! and Rawal Khaata Chawal… (both with ZeRO ChiLL), Zeher with Ab 17, and Trauma Repair featuring Qaab. They aren’t just bangers, they’re layered, thoughtful, and occasionally unsettling. 

Andar Ka Bacha unpacks the inner child, while I’m Sorry with Tang Mizaaji ends things on a note of vulnerability.

‘Sherdil’ isn’t trying to be the most polished, most viral, or most commercial album out there. It’s not interested in hype. It’s interesting in depth. 

And that’s exactly what Rawal brings, a real, unfiltered perspective on life, fame, friendship, pain, and persistence.

For long-time followers of Desi Hip-Hop, this is a project that rewards patience and repeat listens. It’s not background noise, it demands attention. And Rawal, once again, proves that you don’t need to scream to be heard, sometimes you just need to speak your truth.

With ‘Sherdil’, Rawal cements his place as one of the most honest and inventive artists in the Indian rap ecosystem today. 

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