Arijit Singh releases first independent song Raina after stepping away from playback singing; WATCH

After announcing his decision to step away from playback singing for films, Arijit Singh has released his first independent track titled Raina, marking a significant new phase in his musical journey. The song arrives as a deeply emotional and introspective piece, reaffirming the singer’s commitment to exploring music beyond the constraints of mainstream cinema.

What is Raina about?

Raina is a soulful, atmospheric composition that leans into themes of longing, solitude and emotional vulnerability. Built around Arijit’s signature textured vocals, the track blends minimal instrumentation with evocative melodies, allowing the emotion of the lyrics to take centre stage. The song reflects his evolving artistic priorities, focused more on personal expression than commercial formulas.

Arijit Singh and music composer Shekhar Ravjiani took to their Instagram and shared the song ‘Raina’ with the caption, “RAINA is OUT NOW and all yours Turn it up, feel it deeply, let the night take over Watch the official video on the @garuudaamusiic Youtube Channel."

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The official statement for the song reads, “RAINA is pure emotion set on fire. Composed by Shekhar Ravjiani and sung by Arijit Singh with lyrics by Priya Saraiya, lose yourself in this deeply romantic ode to a woman who feels like the night itself - mysterious, breathtaking, endless. She isn’t just admired; she’s felt. In every glance. Every silence. Every heartbeat. A song that pulls you in and refuses to let go. It’s passionate. It’s immersive. It’s the kind of love that lights up the dark.”

Check out the song here:

Why Arijit Singh stepped away from playback singing

Earlier, Arijit revealed that he was moving away from playback singing to concentrate on independent music and personal projects. He said he wants to “understand and learn music more deeply” and explore creative freedom outside film soundtracks. While fans were initially shocked by the announcement, the release of Raina reassures listeners that his musical journey is far from over, only redirected.

Fans react to Raina

Soon after its release, Raina received an overwhelmingly positive response across social media platforms. Fans praised its haunting melody, emotional depth and stripped-back arrangement, calling it a refreshing departure from conventional Bollywood soundtracks. Many also lauded Arijit’s decision to prioritise authenticity and artistic independence.

What’s next for Arijit Singh?

With Raina, Arijit has set the tone for what appears to be a new creative era focused on independent releases, experimentation and deeper musical storytelling. While he may no longer be lending his voice to film songs, his presence in India’s music landscape remains as powerful as ever, now driven by artistic freedom rather than cinematic demands.