The music industry and fans were left stunned after Arijit Singh announced that he is stepping away from playback singing. The news came as a surprise, especially since audiences were still enjoying his recent chart-topping tracks like Gehra Hua, Ghar Kab Aaoge, and Maatrubhumi.
Despite having multiple projects lined up for the year, Arijit has confirmed that he will not be taking on any new playback singing assignments. The announcement was first shared on his private X account and later posted on Instagram, triggering an emotional response from fans across social media.
Why Did Arijit Singh Retire From Playback Singing?
In his tweet, Arijit explained that his decision was not driven by a single reason. He shared that he has been thinking about this move for a long time and finally found the courage to step back.
“There is not one reason behind this, there are several reasons,” he wrote. Arijit candidly admitted that he tends to get bored quickly, which is why he constantly experiments with arrangements of the same songs during live performances. “I got bored. I need to do some other music to live,” he added.
Another important reason, according to Arijit, is his desire to feel inspired again. He expressed excitement about hearing new singers emerge and hoped their work would give him fresh motivation as a listener and musician.
Arijit Singh’s Retirement Statement
In a heartfelt message, Arijit thanked his listeners for the love and support he has received over the years. He wrote that he is officially calling it off as a playback vocalist and will not sign any new projects going forward.
He also clarified that while he is stepping away from playback singing, he is not quitting music entirely. Arijit shared that he plans to continue learning, experimenting, and creating music independently as an artist. He also mentioned that he will complete his pending commitments, which means fans may still hear his voice in a few upcoming releases this year.
Arijit Singh’s Last Song
As of now, Maatrubhumi from Battle Of Galwan is Arijit Singh’s latest playback release. Details about his future film-related songs remain unknown. However, he will continue performing live shows and focus on independent music projects.
While fans are still coming to terms with his decision, many have requested him to reconsider. For now, Arijit Singh’s choice marks the end of an era in Bollywood playback singing, even as he promises that his musical journey is far from over.
