I strive to be at least one per cent of what Shankar Mahadevan is: Yashita Sharma

Yashita Sharma, the voice behind Gallan Goodiyan (Dil Dhadakne Do) and Qaidi Band soundtrack among others, has Sayaani in Pad Man coming up. The crooner tells After Hrs about the musical greats she has looked up to.

Lata Mangeshkar

Being born in the family of musicians in India, I don’t think you can exist without learning from her music. It’s her skilled singing that got me interested in the classical form of music.

Shankar Mahadevan

The way he performs on stage and his energy have always inspired me to learn more and become a better singer. I strive to be at least one per cent of what he is before I die.

Michael Jackson

Need I say anything? I mean, just the name is enough.

Bruno Mars

One of the most stylish performers of this era. He’s got the swag that most can only dream of. His music is love.

Nat King Cole

His music has taught me to feel. How he scans his words through the tune is surreal. That’s something that I wish to get better at.

Amit Trivedi

His music-making skills are mind-bending yet simple. Plus, he’s got a baritone to die for and he’s an equally humble person.