Veteran singer Shaan, known for lending his voice to Bollywood icons such as Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan, has expressed concerns about the current trend in music, criticizing the depth and nuance of modern singers compared to his peers. In a recent conversation with Sapan Verma, Shaan commented on the rise of minimalist music and the laid-back style adopted by contemporary artists. He suggested that audiences today seem to prefer simple, unembellished songs and that this casual approach, even among singers, might be reducing engagement.
Shaan humorously mimicked a modern singer’s tone, reflecting on how the current attitude is almost nonchalant, with an air of, “I’m singing like this, if you like it, you like it.” He pointed out that songs with billions of views often succeed due to their rawness and authenticity, contrasting this with the past when aspiring artists had to impress music companies with polished performances and rigorous training. Shaan jokingly imagined how such companies would react to the relaxed style of today’s singers, suggesting they might think the artist was under the influence.
Reactions to Shaan’s comments have been mixed. On Reddit, users have expressed their disdain for the minimalist style, with one user noting that it feels like the singers are sleepy, and another describing Gen Z singers as a “cold mess.” However, Shaan’s fans have shared nostalgic sentiments, reminiscing about the early 2000s and praising his past work, including his role as a host on “Sa Re Ga Ma” where his vibrant presence was widely appreciated.
