Cheema Y

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Cheema Y
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Cheema Y at the music video shoot for his track 'Snake'.
Background information
Born Batala, Punjab, India
Origin California,United States of America
Genres Punjabi
Occupations
  • Singer
  • rapper
  • lyricist
  • composer
InstrumentVocals
Years active(2023 –present)
Labels
  • Brown Town Music
Member ofBrown Town Music
Members Gur Sidhu,Nav Sandhu
Website Cheema Y on Instagram

Cheema Y [1] [2] [3] is an Indian singer, rapper, lyricist, and music composer renowned for his contributions to the Punjabi-language music industry. Known for his distinctive style that blends rap with melodic elements, he has garnered attention for his innovative approach to music composition and his impactful lyrical content. [4]

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Early life

Cheema Y was born in Batala,Punjab, India, and hails from a Jat Sikh family. He later moved to California, where he grew up, shaping his musical influences and career. His diverse cultural background, combining his roots in Punjab with the exposure to Western music in California, has played a significant role in shaping his unique sound and artistic style. [5]

Music career

Cheema's musical journey has been nothing short of impressive, marked by a series of successful projects that have gained international recognition. After kicking off his career with his debut studio album Anyway, which featured music by Gur Sidhu, Cheema Y's track California Love [6] became an undeniable hit. The song not only trended on major platforms like YouTube, iTunes, Spotify, and the Billboard charts but also quickly accumulated over 200 million views on YouTube, [7] solidifying his place in the global music scene. [8]

Following the success of Anyways, Cheema Y continued to build on his growing momentum with two more major releases: the Dripster EP and the Cloud 9 album. Both projects received widespread attention and praise from fans and critics alike. The Dripster EP featured an eclectic mix of tracks that showcased Cheema Y's versatility, while Cloud 9 offered a more refined sound, with an emphasis on catchy hooks, smooth production, and memorable lyrics. [9] [10]

These two projects further propelled Cheema Y to international fame, with many of the tracks from Dripster and Cloud 9 charting globally, trending across social media, and appearing on various international music charts. His ability to connect with listeners worldwide was evident as both EPs and albums earned spots on Spotify's global playlists, made their way up the charts, and amassed millions of streams. Cheema Y's growing success can be attributed to his distinctive style, the high-quality production from Gur Sidhu, and his knack for creating songs that resonate with a wide audience. [11]

Through these releases, Cheema Y has not only built a dedicated fanbase but also demonstrated his staying power in an ever-evolving music industry. His combination of modern sounds with influences from various genres continues to keep him at the forefront of global music trends.

Discography

Studio albums

TitleAlbum detailsLyricsTracks
Anyway [12] Cheema Y
  1. Cheema Y (Intro)
  2. Anyway
  3. California Love [13]
  4. Bachi Naag Di
  5. Blue Mountain
  6. Jugni
  7. Arhe So Jhade
  8. Duniya Gol

Extended Plays

TitleAlbum detailsLyricsTracks
Dripster [14] Cheema Y
  1. Wealth [15]
  2. Indeed
  3. Necklace
  4. The Beast
Cloud 9 [16] Cheema Y
  1. Mascara [17]
  2. Cloud 9 [18]
  3. Snap (ft.Gurlez Akhtar) [19]
  4. Haske [20]
  5. Gun Culture [21]

Singles discography

SongYearMusicSongwriterLabelNotes
Peg Patiala2022Anker DeolCheema YBrown Town Music
Stag Entry2023 Gur Sidhu Huge Budget music video
Trump2024 [22] [23]
Snake [24] [25]

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  2. ↑ "GUR SIDHU/CHEEMA Y". Official Charts. 19 September 2024. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
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  13. ↑ "CALIFORNIA LOVE". Official Charts. 22 June 2023. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  14. ↑ "Dripster - EP". www.top-charts.com. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  15. ↑ "Wealth". www.top-charts.com. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
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  17. ↑ "Mascara". www.top-charts.com. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  18. ↑ "Cloud 9". www.top-charts.com. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  19. ↑ "Snap (feat. Gurlez Akhtar)". www.top-charts.com. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  20. ↑ "Haske". www.top-charts.com. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  21. ↑ "Gun Culture". www.top-charts.com. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  22. ↑ "TRUMP". Official Charts. 19 September 2024. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  23. ↑ "Trump". www.top-charts.com. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  24. ↑ "TRUMP". Official Charts. 19 September 2024. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  25. ↑ "Snake". www.top-charts.com. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
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