Grammy Award in the name of Arooj Aftab’s song ‘Mohbat’

Grammy Award in the name of Arooj Aftab’s song ‘Mohbat’

Pakistani singer Arooj Aftab won the Grammy Award on Sunday for her song ‘Mohbat’. She is the first Pakistani artist to receive this award.

The 37-year-old Uroog has been living in New York for almost 15 years and has been making steady strides in the music world by presenting Sufi music with a fusion of folk and jazz music.

According to news agency AFP, Arooj has also been nominated for the Best New Artist award.

The Grammy or Gramophone Awards are one of the four major music awards in the United States, which began on May 4, 1959.

While receiving the award at the 64th Grammy Awards ceremony, Arooj Aftab said on stage: ‘I feel like I’m going to faint.’

He also thanked his colleagues and fans.

After winning the Grammy Award, Arooj shared his impressions in an interview and said, ‘I was feeling nervous and I don’t know what I said on stage.’

At the same time, Arooj described this award as a ‘life-changing moment’ for him.

Earlier, speaking to reporters at the awards’ pre-gala event, he said: ‘I am very excited. I feel great.’

She added: ‘I’ve been really nervous all day and we’re off to a good start.’

Born in Saudi Arabia to a Pakistani couple, Arooj Aftab spent her teenage years in Lahore, after which she enrolled at the prestigious Berklee School of Music in Boston to study musical production and engineering.

Grammy Award winning song ‘Mohbat’ by Arooj Aftab is part of his third album ‘Vulture Prince’. Interestingly, the song was also included by former US President Barack Obama in his list of favorite songs of 2021, after which it gained more attention.

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Arooj Aftab has performed at many major venues in New York, including Lincoln Center and the Museum of Modern Art.

Speaking to AFP ahead of the Grammy Awards, Arooj Aftab praised his fellow artists nominated for Best New Artist, including Olivia Rodrigo as well as rapper Sweety and The Kid LaRoi.

He said: ‘We are all very good. The group itself is kind of a win-win.’

Pakistani artists, politicians, sportspersons from all walks of life, including fans, are extremely happy and appreciative of Arooj Aftab’s victory.

Pakistani actress Mahira Khan wrote on Twitter that she was ‘very proud’ of the rise.

Singer Ali Zafar also praised Urooj Aftab and wrote: ‘We feel very happy and proud to see your (musical) journey and perseverance in it.’

Singer Hadiqa Kayani wrote that ‘I got such good news as soon as I woke up in the morning.’ At the same time, he addressed Arooj Aftab and said, ‘Keep giving us the opportunity to be proud in the same way.’

Pakistani player Noreena Shams termed Arooj Aftab’s award as ‘the best surprise’.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Zulfi Bukhari also congratulated Araj Aftab and wrote that ‘You have made Pakistan proud.’

Social activist Gibran Nasir also congratulated Urooj Aftab and wrote: ‘Our artists have time and again proved their genius to the world through their faith and hard work, while our freedom is still to invest in the arts and promote this industry. It fails to provide freedom and infrastructure.’

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**Interview with Arooj Aftab: ​Pakistan’s ‌Grammy Award Winner**

**Editor:** Welcome,‍ Arooj! Congratulations⁢ on⁣ winning your first ⁣Grammy for ‘Mohbat.’ How does it feel to be the first ⁢Pakistani ⁤artist to achieve this ‍milestone?

**Arooj Aftab:** Thank you so much! It feels surreal. When I⁤ was on ‌stage, I could barely comprehend ​what was happening. It‌ truly is a life-changing moment for me, to represent my country on such a prestigious ‍platform.

**Editor:** You’ve been living in New York ‍for 15 years and have blended Sufi, folk, ⁢and jazz music in ⁢your‌ work.⁤ How have⁣ those experiences shaped your‌ music?

**Arooj Aftab:** New ⁣York ‍is a melting pot of‌ cultures and sounds.⁣ Living here has ​allowed me to explore different musical ‌styles and incorporate them into my⁤ own. The fusion really reflects my journey, and ​I believe it resonates with⁣ audiences ​in ​a ​unique way.

**Editor:** Your song⁤ ‘Mohbat’ is part of your album ‘Vulture⁣ Prince,’ which gained attention after being ⁤featured on Barack Obama’s list‌ of favorite songs. How did that recognition⁤ impact you?

**Arooj‍ Aftab:** It⁢ was incredible. Knowing that someone like Barack Obama appreciated my music was a huge honor. It⁣ opened many doors for⁢ me and allowed my music to reach a wider audience. I’m really ⁤grateful for that exposure.

**Editor:** You also ​expressed feeling nervous ⁢during the‍ ceremony, especially when accepting ‍the award. What was going through⁤ your mind at that moment?

**Arooj ⁢Aftab:** Honestly, ⁣I⁤ was just trying to​ grasp the moment. Everything ‍happened so fast. I felt‍ overwhelmed and kept thinking about my‍ team⁤ and supporters.​ It was ⁢an emotional rollercoaster!

**Editor:** Since your win, many artists and fans in Pakistan have shown immense pride in you. What ⁣message do you have for your supporters back⁢ home?

**Arooj Aftab:** I just want to say thank you!⁢ Your⁢ love and⁤ support ⁤mean everything to ​me. This win is not just mine; it’s for‍ all of us. ‌I ​hope to continue breaking barriers⁢ and‍ making music that makes us all ​proud.

**Editor:** Lastly, as you look‌ ahead, what’s next for Arooj Aftab?

**Arooj⁤ Aftab:**⁤ I’m excited to ​keep ⁣evolving as an artist. I have ​new music in the works, and I want to explore even more ⁢collaborations. I’m all about pushing boundaries while staying true to my roots.

**Editor:** Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, Arooj. We can’t wait to see what you accomplish next!

**Arooj Aftab:** Thank ‍you ⁤for having me!

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