Arijit Singh may be the most popular singer in Bollywood in a long time. The 27-year-old backing singer has won the hearts of millions of people all around the globe. And, while we wouldn’t say his vocals are unrivaled, there is something endearing about the young musician’s voice that cannot be duplicated. Whether you’re head over heads in love, have a new romantic interest, or are going through a painful breakup, our curly-haired singer has a song for you.
1. “Aashiqui 2” – “Tum Hi Ho”
Singh’s claim to fame is unquestionably the song that made him famous. Anyone who has loved someone they couldn’t live without can relate to this sorrowful melody. “Tum Hi Ho” is definitely elegiac, despite its upbeat lyrics. Underneath the surface of his words lies grief, and this very moving music could make even the most hardened person cry.
2. “Jackpot” – “Kabhi Jo Badal Barse”
Singh’s seductive voice will sweep you off your feet in this tune. This romantic song is about unrequited, unconditional love, and it begins with him gushing compliments for his girlfriend but concludes with him questioning why she left him. If you haven’t heard of Singh before, “Kabhi Jo Badal Barse” will convert you.
3. “Ek Villain” – “Hamdard”
Singh’s voice is so lovely in this relaxing symphony that you nearly forget Siddharth Malhotra is in the film. The Hindi term Hamdard means “someone with whom you share your grief.” This touching song is about someone who is there for you in your darkest, most trying times.
