Renowned rapper and musician Yo Yo Honey Singh recently took a heartwarming trip down memory lane, picking up an instrument he hadn't touched in over two decades. The artist, famous for hits like 'Millionaire' and 'Desi Kalakaar', shared this nostalgic moment with his fans from his vacation.
A Musical Reunion After 25 Years
In a video posted on his social media, Hirdesh Singh, popularly known as Yo Yo Honey Singh, is seen skillfully playing the congo drums. For the caption, he penned a nostalgic note, revealing, "I played congo after 25 years! I used to play it in bal bhawan in early 90s!" He tagged the location as Egypt, using hashtags like #yoyo and #music. This throwback highlights a lesser-known chapter of his early artistic training before he became a chart-topping sensation in the Indian music industry.
Current Project: The Party Anthem 'Phurr'
While reminiscing about the past, Honey Singh is actively promoting his present work. His latest track is the high-energy song 'Phurr' for Kapil Sharma's comedy film 'Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2'. Speaking about the collaboration, Singh expressed his fondness for Kapil, calling him a dear friend and stating that creating the song was a lot of fun.
He described 'Phurr' as a total party banger designed to get people on the dance floor. "Phurr is a total party banger, it's got that groove that'll make you want to hit the dance floor and not leave! So, let's all Phurr our way to the cinemas for Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2," he said enthusiastically. The film, a sequel to the 2015 movie, is a comedy-drama directed by Anukalp Goswami and features a cast including Manjot Singh, Hira Warina Hussain, and Tridha Choudhury.
Honey Singh's Enduring Influence in Music
Yo Yo Honey Singh's journey to stardom began in earnest with the release of his Punjabi album 'International Villager' in 2011. A track from that album, 'Gabru' featuring J-Star, soared to the top of Asian music charts, including the BBC Asian charts, marking his breakthrough.
His influence was further cemented through successful collaborations and viral hits:
- His collaboration with Diljit Dosanjh on 'Lak 28 Kudi' became a massive hit.
- He sang his first Hindi song for the film 'Mastan'.
- His YouTube popularity exploded with videos like 'Brown Rang' and 'High Heels' trending prominently.
- Following this, he teamed up with Gippy Grewal for 'Angreji Beat'.
More recently, his 2024 album 'Glory', featuring 18 tracks including 'Millionaire' and 'Rap God', was a major success, reinforcing his status in the industry. His life and career were also documented in the Netflix film 'Yo Yo Honey Singh: Famous', which recounts his tumultuous and triumphant journey through the music world.
This blend of nostalgic reflection and current musical activity showcases an artist deeply connected to his roots while continuously evolving and contributing to the contemporary music scene.
