Armaan Malik sang the song "Bum Bum Bole" for the film "Taare Zameen Par" in 2007 at the age of 10. Since then, he has had a successful career as a playback singer, independent singer-songwriter, and has collaborated with various artists. Recently, he performed with Ed Sheeran and Marshmello during their tours in India. During a visit to Bengaluru, Armaan expressed his belief in manifesting his dreams into reality. He shared his musical journey, from being a child singer to his aspirations of winning a Grammy, performing at Madison Square Garden, and collaborating with artists like Charlie Puth, Zedd, and Justin Bieber.
Armaan highlighted the importance of quality music over creating viral hits. He expressed concerns about the current trend of focusing on creating hits rather than good songs and the potential misuse of technology, such as AI, in manipulating voices. Armaan emphasized the need for laws to protect artists' rights and ensure the authenticity of music is maintained."I find it both amusing and concerning that anyone can use my voice and texture to create a song without regulations in place. While AI can have its benefits, there should be laws safeguarding artist rights and preventing technology from diluting the true essence of music. I strongly believe that real instruments and musicians should always play a significant role in the music creation process, maintaining the authenticity of the art form. Collaborations can effectively unite different worlds, fans, and styles. The key to a successful collaboration is genuine admiration and mutual enthusiasm for each other's work. I have been fortunate to collaborate with many of my favorite artists, including fulfilling a dream of working with AR Rahman. Today, thanks to the internet, talented individuals from remote areas can showcase their skills and achieve stardom. It is a flourishing time for independent music in India. As a playback singer, one must adapt vocally to match the on-screen persona of the actor. Singing independently allows for greater creative freedom compared to this. Collaborating with Ed Sheeran was an unforgettable experience," expressed Armaan Malik."Sharing the stage with Ed Sheeran was a humbling experience. Despite being a worldwide star, Ed Sheeran was remarkably modest. It is uncommon to encounter someone of his stature who stays so connected to reality. We shared wonderful discussions about music, including Indian music, and he expressed interest in collaborating with more Indian artists. In addition to that, Ed and I formed a strong bond, and I now regard him as a brother. (Armaan Malik recently delivered a sold-out performance at Bharatiya City in Bengaluru)."