The world of music and entertainment is rampant with comparisons on social media. Fans and followers have a mentality of comparing artists, sometimes putting them up against each other which results in it becoming all about speculation and unhealthy competition. Singer & Rapper Santy Sharma recently slammed everyone on social media and wrote that no one should compare his songs with others.
The whole discussion started when a fan dropped a comment on one of Santy Sharma’s Instagram video, saying: “Naezy jaisa bhai, Aafat wapas bach ke rehana beta”, Although the comparison may have been taken innocently, Santy called attention to it because of this and included a screenshot in his Instagram stories directs which he brushed over with some words.
Santy replied, highlighting the uniqueness of every artist saying, “Naezy’s vibe, his background, and his story is different. I respect every artist But Plz Do not Compare my art with any one. His words are a good example of the difficult path that music artists travel when their creativity is always being compared; in many cases even overshadowing their personal expression and work journey.
The response of the rapper comes at a time when internet culture regularly draws comparisons between artists, be they rappers, singers or even to mashup together actors. These kinds of comparisons can be quite disheartening for any artist who wishes their art to simply shine in its own right. A reminder that the weight of chasing another artist’s success or likeness can stifle creativity and personal development, to which Santy seemed to handle appropriately with a tip-of-the-hat-but-no-effin-way.
Fan-driven transitional tips by Santy Sharma, as he readies to drop his eagerly awaited solo album Reborn puts focus on knowing the artist behind their creation. The tracklist of the album includes “Reborn”, “Fukara”, “Sab Kuch”, Fake Stars, Shehar Vich, Dhokha, Baahon Mein 2.0, and Khoney Do. While Santy asks something easy— he opens a floodgate creating an easier understanding of what theater sometimes represents in the entertainment world, comparison. Showing respect as fans, of course: turns each artist into one himself and allows a better balance in the artistic world so artists are known for their talent which is ultimately what gives every artist his own style.
