Highlights
India’s music scenario has been vivid. These 10 singers, ranging from old one’s to the new generations, have won millions of hearts with their powerful, soulful melodies and dynamic performances. The article explains the talents and achievements of India’s most beloved male pop singers and their contribution to the industry, what fans across the country are looking out for. Indeed, the playback legends and independent artists represent these voices as truly symbolic of the great tapestry that is Indian pop music.
The Legends of Indian Pop
1) Sonu Nigam – The Versatile Virtuoso
Sonu Nigam is undeniably one of the most successful playback singers cum music directors in India. His soulful voice and the capacity for raw feelings have made him a household name. With numerous awards and accolades to his name, Nigam’s contribution toward Indian cinema and pop music is limitless.
2) A.R. Rahman – The Mozart of Madras
A.R. Rahman is a musical phenomenon whose influence extends way beyond the shores of India. In his capacity as composer, record producer, and singer, Rahman has transformed the face of Indian film music and pop. His personality oozes magnetism, and his refreshing style of making music took him global with two Academy Awards.
3) Shaan – The Melody Maestro
The dynamic range and versatility in Shaan’s vocals have definitely earned him a place in the list of highest-paid playback singers of Indian cinema. His enunciating prowess across genres and languages has made him a gem for filmmakers and music lovers alike.
4) Arijit Singh – The Voice of a Generation
One of the reigning Kings of modern Indian pop and Playback singing is none other than Arijit Singh. Due to the emotive manner of delivering his voice when singing and his unique style of singing which puts so much life into the lyrics, he has become one of the most popular singers in the market. It is through the efforts of Singh that the Indian pop music industry has started to undertake yet new standards in the industry.
5) Armaan Malik – The Young Sensation
Armaan Malik has followed the same trend with his suave voice and boy-next-door looks appealing to a younger generation. Love with his fans is also well incorporated in his latest pop song tagged “Kasam Se,” which basically portrays his fiancee..
6) Jubin Nautiyal – The Rising Star
The profile of Jubin Nautiyal is on the rise in the music industry and his actions depict how determined he is. Indeed, Paoli Nautiyal is a promising singer now WINNING the IIFA award for the Best Playback Singer he excitedly goes on for next level of experimenting with his vocals.
7) Anuv Jain – The Indie Darling
Anuv Jain album is one of the latest in a line of great independent artists emerging in Indian-POP. This talent has been exhibited in his song “Husn” which recently made it to Mirchi’s indie pop chart illustrating the interest that people are developing in authentic talent.
8) Lucky Ali – The Evergreen Artist
Lucky Ali is one of the legends of Indi pop music; his unique style of singing and the soulfulness of his songs have kept him well-endowed in the departments. Soft numbers such as ‘O Sanam’ and ‘Na Tum Jano Na Hum’ exist in the public consciousness even today and so the hero remains ageless.
9) Diljit Dosanjh – The Punjabi Powerhouse
This transformation from Punjabi to Hindi pop is attributable to Diljit Dosanjh’s great versatility due to his musical realm experience. Current songs such as “Case” and “Magic” are other songs which are properly in line with dance-pop tunes, which he has mastered well.
10) Mohit Chauhan – The Soulful Storyteller
That is why Mohit Chauhan occupies a special place in the industry, as he has the ability to harmonize Indian traditional music with pop modern sound. Songs like, ‘Nadaan Parinde’ and ‘Sadda Haq’ are examples of how Amit has narrative in his voice and through music.
