Check out Arijit Singh's top 5 most streamed songs as the singer announces retirement from playback singing

Arijit Singh's retirement from playback singing has stunned the music industry and fans. He was named India's Top Artist for seven consecutive years by Spotify, with listeners streaming his songs over 7.1 billion times. His top five most streamed ...

Spotify highlighted Arijit Singh’s incredible dominance in India’s music scene, naming him “India’s Top Artist for seven consecutive years”.
Arijit Singh’s announcement that he is retiring from playback singing has sent shockwaves through the music industry and among fans who have followed his soulful voice for over a decade. Known for his ability to capture emotion in every note, Arijit confirmed that he will no longer take on new assignments as a playback vocalist, bringing an era of unforgettable Bollywood melodies to a close. His journey has been celebrated not just for its artistry but also for his unparalleled popularity.

Spotify highlighted Arijit Singh’s incredible dominance in India’s music scene, naming him “India’s Top Artist for seven consecutive years” and noting that Indian listeners hit play 7.1 billion times, repeatedly returning to his songs. According to kworb.net, as of January 26, 2026, the top five most-streamed songs of Arijit Singh reflect the range and depth of his contributions to contemporary Hindi cinema music.


Kesariya- Brahmastra: Part One- Shiva

Leading the list is Kesariya from Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva, composed by Pritam, penned by Amitabh Bhattacharya, and featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Amitabh Bachchan.


Agar Tum Saath Ho- Tamasha

Agar Tum Saath Ho from Tamasha, directed by Imtiaz Ali and starring Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor, comes next, a duet with Alka Yagnik.


Tujhe Kitna Chahne Lage- Kabir Singh

Tujhe Kitna Chahne Lage from Kabir Singh, composed by Mithoon, showcases his emotional intensity alongside Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani.


Apna Bana Le- Bhediya

Apna Bana Le from Bhediya, composed by Sachin-Jigar and penned by Amitabh Bhattacharya, features Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon.

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Shayad

Rounding out the list is Shayad from Love Aaj Kal, directed by Imtiaz Ali, starring Kartik Aaryan and Sara Ali Khan, composed by Pritam and penned by Irshad Kamil.

These tracks not only define Arijit Singh’s career but also capture why his voice became synonymous with romance, heartbreak, and emotion for millions of listeners across India.
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