“Kassiopeia” is a dreamy, synth-driven ballad where the stars meet the open road. Inspired by the celestial constellation and the bond between a driver and his vehicle, the song quietly celebrates presence, loyalty, and inner stillness.
“Kassiopeia” blends a minimal retro-inspired synth sound with heartfelt lyrics rooted in personal symbolism. Named after both the celestial constellation and Carl’s beloved truck, the song paints a calm and introspective portrait of life behind the wheel — where the silence of the road mirrors the silence within.
The name “Kassiopeia,” echoing the artist’s own middle name Wali, connects sky and soul, machine and memory. Just like the W-shaped constellation that’s always visible above the northern horizon, this song becomes a quiet but constant presence in Carl’s growing body of work. It doesn’t shout — it stays.
Written and produced by Carl Wali Hashmi, it speaks to those who find comfort in constancy, beauty in the quiet, and identity in the details others overlook.