“Next To You” is a tender and atmospheric Afro-house gem from Darque, Sickluv, and Maline Aura, capturing the emotional serenity that comes with love, presence, and closeness. The production glows with Darque’s signature sophistication — layered percussion, dreamy synth pads, and deep, organic basslines that feel both warm and grounding.
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Maline Aura’s ethereal vocals flow like a soft breeze, her tone balancing vulnerability with quiet strength, while Sickluv’s subtle vocal harmonies add emotional depth. Lyrically, the song celebrates companionship — that peaceful reassurance found in someone’s nearness.
“Next To You” feels like sunrise in sound form: intimate, radiant, and spiritual. It’s a slow-burning groove that reminds listeners that love, like rhythm, doesn’t always have to be loud to be powerful — sometimes it’s found in gentle stillness and connection.