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Karan Aujla is set to appear on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, marking a significant moment for Punjabi pop culture. Aujla views this as a global breakthrough, highlighting the journey of Punjabi music onto the world stage. He emphasizes the importance of creating authentic music that resonates with fans, aiming to inspire aspiring artists to pursue their dreams.
Karan Aujla is about to become the second Punjabi singer-songwriter to grace The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. For Aujla, this milestone is more than personal—it’s a cultural breakthrough.
“This moment is bigger than me, it’s about taking Punjabi pop culture to the world. From my village roots to The Tonight Show stage, it’s proof that our music is truly global and that dreams do come true,” he says.Reflecting on the last few years, the Tauba Tauba singer admits the success still feels surreal. “I am truly grateful, it’s all a blessing. It’s been over a decade in the industry, so I’ve seen my fair share of both success and failure.
What was once a dream is now a reality, and honestly, it wasn’t all easy. It’s been a learning experience, and I’ve made some great memories and met some incredible artistes,” he tells us. For him, writing has never been about structure or discipline. “It’s never planned,” he says, explaining how his lyrics often arrive unannounced. “My writing comes in moments on a flight, in a studio at 3 AM, or even in the middle of a conversation.
I don’t sit down to write. I feel it when something hits, and I start writing. It always starts with a feeling that I can’t ignore.” The global rise of Punjabi music is something Aujla takes pride in but also sees as a responsibility.
“P-Pop Culture is really just the beginning of getting our music onto the world stage. The goal is to make Punjabi music a global phenomenon. And with that in mind, I want to keep pushing myself to create exciting, yet honest music that all my fans will enjoy,” he says.What drives him, ultimately, is the hope that his music leaves a lasting impact. “I really just want people to feel heard and represented. My lyrics may be in Punjabi, but I hope they connect with people irrespective of the language they speak. And in some ways, I hope my journey, coming from where I did, inspires budding artists to trust their own path and know anything is possible," he concludes.
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