Ava Valianti’s ‘Distant’ captures that all-too-relatable feeling when a friendship quietly drifts apart with a slow, almost unnoticed fade. ‘Distant’ in that bittersweet space where someone who used to mean everything is now just a name in your phone. That’s a tough pill to swallow, and the song nails it.

‘Bittersweet, honest, poised’

-PurpleMistress

Ava’s been steadily building her reputation with tracks like Wishing Well and Laugh Track, but ‘Distant’ feels like a real step forward. The production is crisp and radio-ready, with an upbeat, summery vibe that’s easy to get hooked on. The synths shimmer, the drums keep things moving, and her vocals are calm and controlled. What’s especially impressive is Ava’s sense of restraint, especially at just 15. That kind of maturity is rare, and it gives the song a sense of honesty that really sticks with you.

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