How is Karan Aujla
Karan Aujla, born Jaskaran Singh Aujla, is a prominent Canadian-based Indian singer, rapper, and songwriter primarily associated with Punjabi music. He is known for his powerful lyrics, catchy beats, and contributions to the Punjabi music industry.
Music style
Aujla’s music incorporates elements of pop, hip-hop, and R&B, often featuring themes of love, life struggles, and Punjabi pride. His songs often feature bold, energetic rhythms and catchy hooks, making them popular on streaming platforms and among Punjabi communities globally.
Rise to fame
He began as a songwriter, and his career took off after he immigrated to Canada. His breakout moment came with songs like “Yaariyan Cha Faik”, “Alcohol 2”, and “Lafaafe”, followed by mainstream success with *”Don’t Worry” in 2018. He is best known for his debut album Bactafukup, which performed well on Canadian and international charts.
Personality
Aujla is seen as a confident and outspoken artist, with a candid attitude evident in his songs. He is known for his rivalry with Sidhu Moose Wala, although he paid tribute to Moose Wala after his death. Karan Aujla also shows his emotional side through personal tributes such as tattoos of his parents and Indian freedom fighters.
Personal Information
Born: 18 January 1997 (Age 27)
Origin: Ghurala, Ludhiana, Punjab, India
Genres: Pop, Hip-Hop, Pop Rap, R&B
Occupation: Singer, Rapper, Songwriter
Years Active: 2014–Present
Label: Rehaan Records, Warner Music (Canada and India), Geet MP3, Speed Records
Website: Karan Aujla on Instagram
Early Life and Career
Karan Aujla was born in Ghurala, Punjab, India. He lost both his parents at the age of nine and was raised by his uncle and sisters.
• Aujla began his career with songwriting, with his first break being writing “Range” for singer Jassi Gill.
• He later moved to Canada and began collaborating with leading Punjabi music producers including Deep Jandu and Elly Mangat.
• His first song as a lead artist, “Property of Punjab”, was released in 2016. He gained recognition with popular tracks such as “Yaariyan Cha Faik”, “Alcohol 2”, and “Lafafe” and came to mainstream popularity in 2018 with “Don’t Worry”.
Success and success
Aujla’s debut album B.T.F.U. was a commercial success, peaking at number 20 on the Billboard Canadian Albums Chart and number 34 on the New Zealand Albums Chart. It also peaked at number 6 on Spotify’s Global Debut Albums Chart.
Some of his notable songs that charted on the UK Asian Chart include “Jhanjhar”, “Red Eyes”, “Kya Baat Aa”, and “So Far”. His collaboration with Diljit Dosanjh for the song “G.O.A.T.” also achieved great success, charting on several international platforms.
Controversies
Aujla has faced criticism for songs promoting violence and the use of guns, which has led to him being advised by authorities. For instance, the Chandigarh Police advised him not to sing songs promoting violence during his concert in February 2020.
In 2021, a complaint was filed over the song “Sharab”, alleging that it objectified women by comparing them to alcohol, drugs, and guns. The issue was resolved after discussions with the complainant.
Aujla had a well-known rivalry with fellow artist Sidhu Moose Wala, which escalated through abusive tracks from both sides. However, after Moose Wala’s tragic death, Aujla paid tribute to him with the song “Maa”.
Personal life
Aujla got engaged to his girlfriend Palak in 2019 and the two got married on 2 March 2023.
He is known for his tattoos, which include portraits of his parents and Indian freedom fighters Bhagat Singh and Udham Singh.
In 2019, he survived an alleged attack in Surrey, Canada, although he later downplayed the incident as a rumour.
Conclusion
Karan Aujla remains a prominent figure in the Punjabi music industry, known for his chart-topping tracks and collaborations with prominent artists. Despite facing controversies, his popularity has continued to grow globally, especially through his online digital presence.
