Gajendra Verma
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| Background information | |
| Born | 20 April 1990 Sirsa, Haryana, India |
| Genres | Pop, R&B, Electronic, Indie |
| Occupation(s) | Singer Composer Lyricist Sound recordist |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Website | gajendraverma |
Gajendra Verma (born 20 April 1990) is an Indian singer, composer, lyricist and sound recordist.[1][2] He came under the spotlight when he claimed that his song, titled "Emptiness", also known as "Tune Mere Jaana", which he had composed seven and a half years before, leaked on the internet with a fake sympathetic story of a dying IIT student named Rohan Rathore.[3][4] The song was viewed over 40 million times on YouTube.[5] His 2018 song, Tera Ghata, has over 450+ million YouTube views.[6][4]
Early life
[edit]Gajendra Verma was born on 20 April 1990 in Sirsa, Haryana.[7] He was raised in Jaipur, Rajasthan. His father Surender Verma is a well-known poet and theatre personality.[5] He began performing at the age of four and is largely self-taught on instruments including guitar, harmonium, and keyboard, with formal education in Sound Engineering.[8][9]
His first song "Tune Mere Jaana" was released with support from SONOTEK (Haryana Famous Music Channel).[10]
Career
[edit]Gajendra Varma started his career in 2008, with the song, "Tune Mere Jaana" also called 'Emptiness'.[10][1]
Gajendra Verma's upcoming music video 'Sun Baliye' sung by Gajendra Verma, Sonu Kakkar.[11] The music video features Gajendra Verma And Apoorva Arora.
2011: Breakthrough with "Emptiness – Tune Mere Jaana"
[edit]Gajendra Verma gained fame with his 2011 single "Emptiness – Tune Mere Jaana," which became a viral hit and one of India’s first independent viral successes on YouTube. The song, accompanied by a fictional story, captivated a large audience and marked Verma's entry into the spotlight.[12][13].
2012–2017: Consistent Hits and Collaborations
[edit]Following his debut, Verma released several successful tracks including "Phir Suna," "Mann Mera", and "Tera Hi Rahun." He also contributed to Bollywood soundtracks for films such as *Yaariyan* (2014) and *Samrat & Co.* (2014). His work during this period reinforced his position as a prominent singer-songwriter.[14][15].
2018: The Global Sensation of "Tera Ghata"
[edit]Verma achieved significant international success with "Tera Ghata" in 2018. The song's catchy melody and quirky lyrics led to over 1 billion streams, making it one of India’s most popular independent tracks.[16][17].
2019–Present: Evolution and New Projects
[edit]Following the success of "Tera Ghata," Verma released singles like "Milo Na Tum," "Yaad Karke," and "Ja Ja Ja," reflecting his evolving musical style which now incorporates R&B, funk, and electronic influences. In 2024, he announced his album "Good Vibes Only," featuring a blend of pop, R&B, and synthwave.[18][19].
Discography
[edit]| Year | Song | Album |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Tune Mere Jaana | Emptiness |
| Phir Suna | ||
| Love Kiya Toh Darna Kya | ||
| Sun Mere | Single | |
| 2012 | Taur Mittran Di | Taur Mittran Di |
| 2013 | Mann Mera | Table No. 21 |
| O Sajna | ||
| Kudi Tu Butter' (Reprise) | Bajatey Raho | |
| Tujhse Door Jo Hota Hun | ||
| 2014 | Baarish | Yaariyan |
| Muhje Ishq Se | ||
| Saajna Re | ||
| O Humnavaa | Samrat & Co. | |
| Kyun Hai Mujhe Mohabbat | ||
| 2016 | Tera Hi Rahun | |
| 2017 | Mera Jahan | |
| Ik Kahani | ||
| 2018 | The Mercury Song | Mercury |
| Tera Ghata | From Lost to Found | |
| 2019 | Khelegi Kya[1] | FLIP |
| Yaad Karke | ||
| Milo Na Tum | ||
| Ja Ja Ja | FLIP | |
| Ab Aaja | ||
| Main Aur Tu | ||
| Jaana Jaana | ||
| 2020 | Tere Nashe me hoon choor | |
| 2021 | Sun Baliye[20] | |
| Mushkil Badi | Summary | |
| Kitna Maza Aayega | Summary | |
| Ratjage | Summary | |
| Pehla Pyar | Summary | |
| Aaj Phir Se | Summary | |
| Na Hona Tumse Door |
Musical Style and Influence
[edit]Gajendra Verma’s music blends pop, R&B, and electronic genres with emotional lyrics. His influences include A.R. Rahman, Lucky Ali, and Ed Sheeran. Verma's work is noted for balancing commercial appeal with lyrical depth, which has resonated with a wide audience.[21][22].
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "I have evolved as a musician, says Gajendra Verma". Hindustan Times. 22 January 2019. Retrieved 11 May 2020.
- ^ "Gajendra Verma: Latest News, Videos and Photos of Gajendra Verma | Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 11 May 2020.
- ^ Sharma, Neha (25 February 2011). "The mystery of Rohan Rathore". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 1 December 2013.
- ^ a b "'तूने मेरे जाना' वाला सिंगर, जिसका दूसरा गाना दशकभर बाद लड़कियों के अश्लील वीडियो से हिट हुआ". LallanTop - News with most viral and Social Sharing Indian content on the web in Hindi (in Hindi). Retrieved 11 May 2020.
- ^ a b "The small-town YouTube millionaire". Mid-Day. 24 July 2016. Retrieved 19 July 2018.
- ^ Gajendra Verma (18 May 2018). "Tera Ghata – Gajendra Verma Ft. Karishma Sharma – Vikram Singh – Official Video". Retrieved 15 December 2019 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Gajendra Verma – Movies, biography, News, Age & Photos". Retrieved 19 July 2018. by his father Surender Verma, a well-known poet and theatre personality.
- ^ "Gajendra Verma on collaborating with Flipsyde for 'Maar Sutteya': Music doesn't have any language". Outlook India. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ "Gajendra Verma: "I have evolved as a musician"". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ a b "Gajendra Verma : Whose "Emptiness" Gave Us Fulfillment". AllAboutMen. 22 August 2019. Retrieved 11 May 2020.
- ^ "Watch New Hindi Trending Song Music Video - 'Sun Baliye' Sung By Sonu Kakkar, Gajendra Verma Starring Gajendra Verma And Apoorva Arora | Hindi Video Songs - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 25 January 2021.
- ^ "Gajendra Verma ventures into international markets to collab with an American band". Times of India. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ "Gajendra Verma announces his first international collaboration titled 'Maar Sutteya'". The Print. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ "Gajendra Verma says collaboration with Flipsyde was possible only because of the internet". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ "Creating music for Bollywood can strip away your artistic expression: Gajendra Verma". Times of India. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ "Gajendra Verma releases new song 'Milo Na Tum,' romances Govinda's daughter Tina in video". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ "Gajendra Verma's 'Tera Ghata' reaches 1 billion views". Times of India. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ "Gajendra Verma's 'Yaad Karke'". Times of India. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ "Gajendra Verma: The mystery of 'Emptiness' and his evolution as an artist". News18. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ "Watch New Hindi Trending Song Music Video - 'Sun Baliye' Sung By Sonu Kakkar, Gajendra Verma Starring Gajendra Verma And Apoorva Arora | Hindi Video Songs - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 24 January 2021.
- ^ "Gajendra Verma on music and influences". Times of India. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
- ^ "The fake Rohan Rathod rumors around 'Emptiness'". The Print. Retrieved 16 September 2024.
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