In today’s music landscape, numbers often speak the loudest. Views, shares, and trending charts have become quick markers of success, shaping what people listen to and celebrate. But singer Abhijeet Ghoshal, known for creating a record with eleven consecutive wins on Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, believes this shift has created a growing confusion between what is popular and what is truly good music.
“People think that if a song has more views, it must be very good. But that is often not true,” he says. “More views only mean that the song became popular for some reason, not that it is great music.”
As songs go viral overnight and dominate conversations for a brief period, he points out how short-lived attention has become. “There are songs that become extremely popular for some time. People enjoy them, share them, and then they move on,” he explains.
For him, the idea of a truly great song is very different. “A real song is like 24 carat gold. Songs like Lag Ja Gale will always remain- ‘Hum unhe hamesha gale laga ke hi rakhenge’. Generations will keep loving them,” he says, drawing a clear line between momentary popularity and lasting impact.
At the same time, he acknowledges how the rules of reach have changed. “Today, if you want even a timeless song to reach billions, you may have to present it differently, with visuals or glamour. That is how attention works now,” he adds.
Despite this, Abhijeet Ghoshal remains focused on his own musical path. “I know what I am creating. Whether it is Mahishasura Mardini, Sanskrit compositions, Mahamrityunjaya Stotra, Damru Bajaye, or Wo Hai Maa, I know the quality of my work,” he says.
He believes that recognition eventually finds consistency. “The day one of these songs becomes popular, people will go back and discover everything else. Then they will realise that the work has always been good,” he shares.
As the conversation around virality and value continues to evolve, Abhijeet Ghoshal maintains that while popularity may define a moment, it is quality that defines legacy.
With recent releases like Superfast Hanuman Chalisa and Woh Hai Maa, Abhijeet Ghoshal continues to connect with audiences across formats while staying rooted in a sound that prioritises substance over trends.
