World Music Day: Himesh Reshammiya, Sonu Nigam to Shreya Ghoshal Artists Who Gave Us the Songs We Grew Up On
Bollywood singers shape the emotional architecture of Indian music. From pop to romantic tracks, these singers have defined distinct voices of love, heartbreak, pop and everything in between – serving something worthwhile to celebrate for generations after generations. On World Music Day, here’s looking at singers who shaped the soundtrack of an entire generation.
Himesh Reshammiya: From defining the early 2000s to continuing to dominate music charts and libraries even today to becoming the only Indian Artist to be featured as the only Indian artist in the Bloomberg’s Top Pop artists Hit machine Himesh Reshammiya continues to rule hearts with iconic chartbusters including Aap Ka Surroor, Aashiq Banaya Aapne, Hookah Bar, Naam Hai Tera, Tandoori Nights, and more – hit tracks that carry the same charm as they did before.
Arijit Singh: Arijit Singh has redefined modern romance by serving a list of hits after hits, creating a legacy of his own. From Tum Kya Mile, Kesariya, Channa Mereya, Pachtaoge and more, Arijit Singh nearly dominates the audience’s hearts with his chartbuster romantic tracks, reaffirming his stance as an undisputed singer.
Sonu Nigam: Sonu Nigam, the voice of yesterday and today, has delivered songs that reach straight to the heart. Mere Haath Mein, Mai Agar Kahoon, Soniyo and more are songs that are nearly musically undefeatable due to their power to hook the audience almost instantly.
Sunidhi Chauhan: When you come across numbers like Sheila Ki Jawani, Beedi, Desi Girl, Ainvayi Ainvayi and more peppy ones, you just know it’s Sunidhi Chauhan’s magic that reigns. More than singing, she creates an infectious vibe with vocals that add to the ambience – and it works.
Shreya Ghoshal: Known for her breathtaking range and supreme versatility, Shreya Ghoshal has cemented herself as an experimental singer by lending her voice to tracks including Chikni Chameli, Piyu Bole, Jaadu Hai Nasha Hai, Dola Re Dola, Manwa Lage, and others.
This World Music Day, let’s celebrate singers who have not only defined music but have also earned their place in the hearts of their admirers.