The British ​DJ and producer, TroyBoi, has​ taken ‍a nostalgic ⁤journey back ⁣to‍ 2001, paying ⁢homage to one of India’s most revered musical figures.

TroyBoi has⁤ unveiled what may be the⁣ most heartfelt track of his career⁤ thus far, titled “Kabhi,” which serves as a tribute to the iconic Indian playback singer‍ Lata Mangeshkar.‍ This release marks⁤ a notable milestone‍ as it is indeed the first instance where vocals from the 2001 Bollywood classic Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham ⁤ have been officially ⁤authorized for use outside the Indian film industry. This decision underscores the⁤ trust placed ‍in TroyBoi to honor her remarkable legacy.

“Growing up,my home was filled with music from ⁣ Kabhi⁣ Khushi Kabhie Gham on repeat,” TroyBoi shared ​in ⁤an official statement. “With my mother being Indian, I was deeply immersed in her ⁤culture—the music,‌ stories,‍ colors,​ and emotions that define it. sampling this‍ piece wasn’t merely ⁤a creative choice; it ‌was an opportunity to pay tribute​ to something that shaped my childhood and celebrate a cultural icon whose influence continues to resonate ⁤globally.”

“Lata Mangeshkar ‍wasn’t just an remarkable vocalist; she embodied the essence of‍ Indian cinema for⁣ countless‍ generations. Frequently enough referred to as⁤ the ⁢’Nightingale of India,’ her⁣ voice feels like memory itself—timeless and profoundly spiritual,” ⁣he added. “This is my humble contribution to her enduring legacy.”

mangeshkar’s ‌impact on cinema and cultural identity is immeasurable; she enjoyed a ⁣prolific ​career spanning over seven⁣ decades with⁢ approximately 30,000 songs recorded throughout her​ lifetime. Her rendition of the ⁢title‌ track from Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham remains ⁣one of her most cherished​ performances.⁣ TroyBoi described reimagining this song as coming full circle—a reflection of how many ‌South Asian families connect ‌emotionally with both ‌the film and its⁢ soundtrack.

The single “Kabhi” is‍ part of TroyBoi’s ⁣forthcoming⁣ EP titled ‌ Rootz, which will ​include five ⁢tracks‍ in total. The complete project is set for release ⁢on ⁢Friday, ‌september 19th.

You can listen ⁤to “Kabhi” below and find out more about its availability on streaming platforms ​by clicking⁤ [here](https://musicsoundwizard.com/).