Gajendra Verma (born April 20, 1990) is an Indian

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, and

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, known for his contributions to the Indian pop music industry. His debut single, "Emptiness (Tune Mere Jaana)," gained attention in 2010-11, which helped establish his presence as an independent artist in

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. Gajendra has since released several other tracks, including "Phir Suna," "Mann Mera," "Ik Kahani," and "Tera Ghata."

Early life

Gajendra was born in

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, and raised in

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. His father, Surender Verma, is a

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and

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, which influenced his early exposure to music and writing. He began performing at the age of four and learned to play instruments such as the

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and

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. Gajendra later pursued sound engineering, enabling him to produce much of his own music. His brother, Vikram Singh, has also been a collaborator and producer in his music career. Gajendra later pursued sound engineering, which allowed him to produce much of his music independently.

Career

2010

Verma's initial breakthrough came with the release of "Emptiness (Tune Mere Jaana)" in 2010. The song, which was associated with a fictional story, became widely circulated online. Following this, he released several tracks, including "Phir Suna," "Mann Mera," and "Ik Kahani."

2012-2017

He started producing independent songs and songs for Bollywood movies. "Phir Suna," “Saajna re”, “Tera Hi Rahun” "Mann Mera," and "Ik Kahani" were some of the significant milestones in his career.

2018

Verma released the song "Tera Ghata," which became popular, accumulating a significant number of views on

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. The song's theme dealt with moving on after heartbreak, and it resonated with listeners in

and other countries such as

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, and the

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2021

Verma launched "Summary," a musical web series that combines music with visual

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. Each episode featured a song linked to a larger narrative. This project marked a different approach in his career. In 2022, He collaborated with an American Band “Flipsyde” for a single for international markets.

2024

Gajendra released his album ''“Good Vibes Only”'' in 2024, featuring eight tracks that blend elements of Pop, R&B, Funk, and Synth Wave. He embarked on a nationwide tour to promote the album, performing in major cities and further cementing his reputation as a versatile artist.

Discography

Musical style and influence

Gajendra Verma's music blends pop, R&B, and electronic genres with emotional lyrics. His influences include A.R. Rahman, Lucky Ali, and Ed Sheeran. Verma's work is noted for balancing commercial appeal with lyrical depth, which has resonated with a wide audience.

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