Popular Bollywood Singer Arijit Singh Hints on Retiring Next Year

November 30, 2016: In spite of being the No. 1 male artist in Bollywood, the hugely celebrated Arijit Singh states that singers normally have a shelf-life of around 5 or 6 years. If that norm keeps on, there is probability that even he may not be able to stay for a long period.

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"I don't think I have a long way to go. This might be my last year," stated the 29-year-old singer to Mid Day, hinting at the short shelf-life of the artists of Bollywood. "Normally fresh voices replace (current favorites) every 5 to 7 years in Bollywood."

Before the "Phir Le Aya Dil" hit maker can be prompted any further, Singh provides a solution. "I might be able to change that," he says. He adds further, "If I work really hard on specific genres, I might be able to stay longer. That way I can emerge as the only singer who can croon songs of those genres. Maybe that's how I will survive."

Singh has lamented about those survival skills over the years. In spite of emerging as a strong contender in the famous reality singing show of 2005- 'Fame Gurukul', fame appeared to him after certain obstacles. He struggled hard for a break in the industry as a playback singer and in the process, had to assist composers Pritam and Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy for six years before bagging his first song 'Phir Mohabbat' in the movie 'Murder 2' of 2011.

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Ever since the singer has crafted his very own path to success. He is one of the most celebrated, loved and sought-after voices in Bollywood. He is also going to be a part of the starry line-up at the multi-genre music festival 'Enchanted Valley Carnival' on 17^th and 18^th December.

Even though he is an inspiration and an idol for the aspiring singers in the nation, Arijit says he has a long way to go. "I want to be more informed about music technology in the coming years," he was quoted as saying to Mid Day.

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No matter how celebrated he is, Singh often keeps an arm's distance from the media. When asked the reason, he stated, "I enjoy a quiet life, without much interruption." "Over the past three years, I have seen my fan base grow, and I think it's essential for them to know that I've always been someone who refrains from interactions because I enjoy a silent life. With the growth of social media, this, too, becomes difficult," according to Mid Day report.

-prepared by the NewsGram team