‘You’re Killing an Artist’: What Arijit Singh Said About Bollywood’s ‘Unfair’ Payment Structure for Singers—and Why He Banned His Songs at Home
Arijit Singh has spoken candidly about what he calls Bollywood’s unfair payment system for singers, saying it devalues artistic effort—and revealing why he avoids playing his own songs at home.
Renowned playback singer Arijit Singh has once again sparked debate in the music industry by calling out what he describes as Bollywood’s “unfair” payment structure for singers. In a candid reflection on the economics of film music, Arijit suggested that the system prioritises profits and branding over artistic labour, leaving singers underpaid despite their central role in a song’s success.
According to Arijit, singers often receive a one-time fee, while music labels, producers, and platforms continue to monetise the song for years through streaming, performances, and licensing. “You’re killing an artist,” he remarked, arguing that such a model discourages creativity and long-term artistic growth. He stressed that while singers become the public face of a song, they rarely share in its sustained commercial rewards.
In a revealing personal anecdote, Arijit also explained why he has effectively banned his own songs from being played at home. The decision, he said, is a way to mentally distance himself from the commercial churn of the industry and protect his emotional well-being. For him, music is meant to be a sincere artistic expression—not a constant reminder of an imbalanced system.
His comments have reignited conversations around royalty sharing, intellectual property rights, and the need for structural reforms in India’s music business. As streaming platforms reshape how music is consumed and monetised, Arijit Singh’s remarks underline a growing demand among artists for fair compensation and greater respect for creative work.
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