A hectic 2016 and playback singer Yazin Nizar is reaping rich dividends of the busiest phase of his career, singing across four languages. A hot property in Telugu films now, the Kerala-based singer with an earthy voice shot to fame with the Srimanthudu number ‘Charuseela’ and hasn’t looked back ever since. His latest outings have been for Ekkadikipothavu Chinnavada and Bethaludu in Telugu.
He chats up with MetroPlus as his Hindi number ‘ Humanity First ’ releases across Youtube. The song that has a rap element by city musician Meghraj reflects on the need for empathy towards the downtrodden and elders in society.
“I liked the intention behind the song. The number also features Azhar bhai, known for his charity work across Hyderabad, that was a good reason for me to get involved with it. Musically too, I was upto it immediately when I heard the rough version of the melody. If I can use my voice for a good cause, why not?” he asks.
On the independent music-front, 2016 had him crooning the multilingual track ‘Neeve’ in Kannada, Tamil and Telugu besides two Hindi numbers.
“I respect every language equally and it’s about making the most of the opportunities you get. I can’t plan that I will sing in a particular industry and language. I see the indie arena as a bigger medium to express as an artiste. For films, the lyrics are framed, the song is a collective decision among the actor, the director, the music director and the singer.”
Has his Telugu improved over the years? “ Ippudippude nerchukuntunnanu ,” the singer assures, adding the language’s Sanskrit roots makes him enjoy his recording sessions all the more.
Having dabbled with most of the music genres in films, what does he find most interesting? “I think my vocal range fits the bill for Sufi music.”
When not in the studio, he is likely to be travelling. “I go on long rides to places I haven’t visited before. I’ve in fact covered most of the hill stations in South India. Otherwise, world music completes my world, I need to gather knowledge and update myself from time to time.”
Grooming well for a show or an event is an inevitable part of a contemporary singer’s life, as they are expected to be performers more than singers now. “I think I need to work on it more for the shows I do next,” he admits.
Though Yazin has a lot to look forward in 2017 and recorded several numbers that are yet to be released, he still feels that both professionally and personally, 2016 ranks among his best years.
