The announcement by Arijit Singh that he will no longer take up new playback singing assignments has triggered an emotional outpouring on social media. Fans have flooded X with messages of shock, support, and gratitude. While the singer has clarified that he will continue making music, the decision to step away from playback singing has left many listeners struggling to process the news.
Soon after Arijit's post went viral, reactions poured in from across the country.
Fans mourn an era, stand by the singer
Many users described Arijit's decision as more than just a professional move, calling it the end of an era for Bollywood music. One user wrote, "This is the end of Bollywood music. Arijit Singh is quitting the dirty politics of music industry. The man, The myth, The legend. We are with you dear."
Another fan acknowledged the pain of the announcement but expressed trust in the singer's judgment. "Arijit Singh has taken retirement, and it honestly feels really sad and disappointing. But still, I trust him. As a fan, I support him. He must have taken this decision after thinking carefully. I believe he will do even better in his life ahead," the user posted.
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Several fans also felt that the industry would only now realise what it stood to lose. "Arijit Singh this, Arijit Singh that..but now that he's stepping away, people will realise what the industry actually loses without him," another user commented.
'You'll understand the value of real music now'
For many, Arijit's exit from playback singing brought back memories of other great losses in Indian music. One emotional post read, "KK is no longer with us, & now Arijit Singh has also retired. Those who used to call him overrated, now you'll understand the true value of real music. You all used to listen to overrated rap kind of songs. Arijit Dada was the only singer who kept Bollywood music alive."
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Some reactions were deeply personal, reflecting how Arijit's songs became companions during difficult phases of life. "Arijit Singh taking retirement feels way too personal. Through every phase of my life his songs feel like the ray of light of positivity which guides me to the right direction. I don't know if I will ever recover from this. I hate everything right now. Thank you, Arijit," wrote one user.
