Arijit Singh has opened up about his decision to retire from playback singing, revealing that his move stems from a desire to explore new musical avenues and make space for emerging talent.
On January 27, the acclaimed singer surprised fans and the music industry when he announced he would no longer accept playback singing assignments. Recent posts on his private X account provide further insight into his decision, where Arijit explained that he had grown bored with the routine and is excited by the prospect of discovering fresh talent, which he believes will inspire him anew.
Why Arijit Singh Retired from Playback Singing
Arijit shared that multiple factors influenced his retirement. “I have been trying to do this for a long time. Finally, I have gathered the right courage,” he wrote. “One of the reasons was simple I get bored pretty quickly, which is why I keep changing arrangements of the same songs and perform them on stage. So here is the thing, I got bored. I need to do some other music to live.”
He emphasized that his decision is not a departure from music entirely. Instead, he intends to return to his roots in Indian classical music while continuing to create and perform his own compositions. Arijit also highlighted his excitement to see new singers emerge, saying, “Another reason is I am excited to hear some singer come up and give me real motivation.”
The Retirement Announcement
On the evening of January 27, Arijit Singh shared a note on Instagram, thanking his fans for their support over the years. He wrote
“Hello, Happy New Year to all. I want to thank you all for giving me so much of love all these years as listeners. I am happy to announce that I am not gonna be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on. I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey.”
About His Latest Release
Arijit’s announcement followed the release of his latest song, Maatrubhumi, for Salman Khan’s upcoming film Battle of Galwan. The track gained attention for both Arijit’s soulful vocals and his collaboration with Salman. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, the film is scheduled to hit theaters on April 17.