Talwiinder (born 22 October 1997) is an Indian singer, lyricist, and composer who primarily performs in Punjabi and Hindi. His music often incorporates a blend of electronic sounds, hip-hop, and alternative pop, with experimental elements of trap, lo-fi, boom bap, drill, and synth-pop.[1]
His upbringing in Punjab and San Francisco influenced his music, leading to a fusion of Punjabi and Western sounds.[citation needed]
Talwiinder maintains anonymity by using face paint, which he states allows him to keep his private life separate from his public career and live a more normal life.[2]
Early life
Talwiinder was born Talwinder Singh Sidhu on 22 October 1997, to a Punjabi Jat-Sidhu family in Tarn Taran, Amritsar, Punjab, India. He began singing at age four, reportedly motivated by jealousy of a neighborhood child who received praise for their singing.[3]
At 14, he relocated to the San Francisco Bay Area, where he continued his education and pursued his musical passion.[4]
Music style
Talwiinder's experimental approach to music incorporates multiple genres, blending electronic sounds, hip-hop, alternative pop, and R&B with elements of trap, lo-fi, boom bap, drill, and synth-pop.
He has also stated that he draws inspiration from western pop and hip-hop artists like Bad Bunny.[citation needed]
His songwriting draws inspiration from his personal life and other influences.[6]
Music career
Talwiinder began recording and releasing his music on platforms like Spotify and YouTube, uploading both original compositions and cover songs such as "Phir Mohabbat" and "Paani Diyaan Challan" (some of which are still available on his YouTube channel).
He released his debut EP "You Haven't Heard This" in March, 2020 with four original songs.
Among his early releases were "Gaah," "Akhiyaan," and "Gallan 4." He subsequently achieved some recognition on YouTube and Spotify with the release of songs like "Unforgettable" and "Dil Mera."
By 2022, Talwiinder had garnered considerable popularity and cultivated a dedicated fanbase through successful releases like "Kammo Ji," "Dhundhala," and "Funk Song." The latter subsequently became a viral hit on Instagram Reels.
Throughout 2022 and 2023, Talwiinder continued to release singles such as "Nasha," "Your Eyes," and "Gaani," which resonated with audiences and contributed to his growing discography.
On 4 October 2024, Talwiinder released his debut album, Misfit, which consists of 13 songs and features from various artists.[7] The album was released by Mass Appeal India, a subsidiary of Mass Appeal Records founded by the American rapper Nas.
Features and collabs
Talwiinder has collaborated with several notable artists, contributing to significant featured songs.
He has collaborated multiple times with Pakistani singer-songwriter Hasan Raheem on tracks such as Wishes and Tera Chehra. "Wishes," despite its 2023 release, became the second most-streamed song on Spotify in Pakistan in 2024.[8]
His song "Gallan 4" was adapted as "Gallan" for the 2024 film Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya. Released by T-Series, the song's video featured Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon.
He was featured on "High On Me", the third track from Yo Yo Honey Singh's album Glory.[9]
In August 2024, he released the song "Tu" with T-Series, which featured Bollywood actors Jackie Shroff and Neelam Kothari in its music video.[10]
Tours and live performances
Talwiinder's live performances are often praised for his strong singing abilities, which spontaneously engage the audience.[11]
He performed as one of the opening acts for Dua Lipa at the Zomaland Festival in Mumbai on 30 November 2024.[12][13]
Talwiinder also opened for American rapper G-Eazy during his India tour, which began in February 2024.[14]
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