Singer Sonu Nigam recently shared insights on the evolving music preferences of young people. He likened different music genres to a pyramid, explaining that while popular music like rap and commercial tunes have a broad appeal, classical music and Ghazals cater to a more niche audience. Nigam highlighted that as artistic complexity increases, the audience size tends to decrease, drawing parallels with sports like cricket and soccer being more accessible compared to sports like badminton and tennis.
Sonu Nigam elaborated on the hierarchy within music genres, noting that rap and mainstream music occupy the base of the pyramid due to their widespread popularity. Moving up, film music gains prominence, followed by Ghazals, Bhajans, and classical music, each requiring a deeper appreciation. He emphasized that genres like classical music demand a more profound understanding, resulting in a smaller but dedicated following compared to mainstream genres. Nigam emphasized the importance of evolving with the changing landscape of music, acknowledging the shift in film soundtracks and audience preferences, while also highlighting the success of independent music in embracing diverse genres.
