Raag all set to release his first Punjabi single
Singer Raag Bhatia, who knew from an early age that he wanted to become a musician, has big ambitions. He has penned quite a few English and Hindi songs, and might soon collaborate with Klenord “Shaft” Raphael, (American rapper Cardi B’s former manager).
“I was in New York City, USA, and was supposed to meet Shaft and perform three of my English songs, titled ‘The way you bite my lips’, The low life’ (rap), and the third one, a youth-based track. However, he had to travel to Washington DC for some concert. So, I will email him my songs from Mumbai. If things go as expected, we might collaborate and release these songs,” says the 20-yearold sounding excited.
“The encouragement and praise I received from my parents, teachers, and close friends motivated me to push myself. So, along with singing, I also started writing songs and composing them,” says Raag, who is all set to release his first Punjabi single soon. “It’s a hip-hop song, and I have experimented with the music,” he adds.
Raag also wants to sing romantic songs for stars such as actors Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Ranbir Kapoor, among others.
“I don’t want to restrict myself, be it in Bollywood, Hollywood, TV, or web series. I am ready to grab any good opportunity that comes my way,” says Raag.
Talking about singers who inspire him, Raag shares that his list includes Jim Morrison, Mohammed Rafi, Michael Jackson, and Gurdas Maan.
“I had grown up listening to these artistes and somehow I could connect with them. Each of them have their own style, and their journeys inspires me,” says the singer, adding that it’s his dream to collaborate with Punjabi singer, Gurdas Mann. “He is someone who is rooted and culturally aware. The power in his voice touches everyone. I would love to work with Gurdas Mann ji someday,” concludes the young singer.
I was in NYC to meet Shaft and perform three of my English songs. But he had to travel to Washington DC. So, I will email him my songs from Mumbai. RAAG BHATIA, SINGER