Arijit Singh Releases ‘Raina’ After Playback Retirement, Fans Call It A Gift

Singer drops first independent track composed by Shekhar Ravjiani; Priya Saraiya pens romantic lyrics

After announcing his retirement from playback singing, Arijit Singh has surprised fans with the release of his first independent track, Raina.

The song, composed by Shekhar Ravjiani and written by Priya Saraiya, marks Arijit’s first release since he said he would not be taking up new playback projects. While he clarified earlier that songs from his pending commitments will continue to release over the next year, Raina stands out as his own independent offering.

A Soft, Romantic Melody

Raina features a slow, romantic melody that highlights Arijit Singh’s signature soulful voice. Soon after its release, the track began trending across social media platforms, with fans praising its emotional depth.

Sharing the song on Instagram, Arijit wrote, “Raina is yours now. Feel it and let this night take over you. This is a love song that will touch your heart.”

The song also reunites Arijit Singh with Shekhar Ravjiani. The duo had earlier collaborated on the independent track Kasam Se in 2023, which had received a strong response from listeners.

Fans React With Emotion

The comment section was flooded with messages from fans expressing joy and nostalgia.

One user wrote, “After retiring from playback, Arijit Singh has released some amazing independent music.”

Another commented, “This is a different side of Arijit Singh. Slow, melodious and heart-touching.”

A fan shared, “Finally hearing his voice brought tears of joy.”

Many described the song as a special gift for those who had been missing his voice after the retirement announcement.

What’s Next For Arijit Singh?

Although Arijit has stepped away from accepting new playback assignments, several songs recorded earlier are expected to release over the coming year. He was recently associated with the soundtrack of Vishal Bhardwaj’s Shahid Kapoor-starrer O Romeo, which was well received.

With Raina, Arijit Singh appears to be exploring a new phase in his musical journey — one that focuses on independent projects while continuing to deliver the emotional depth that has defined his career.