How did the song come about? We thought you were into micro-finance and chess.
I loved music from the time I was in India. My potential was unlocked when I joined Oxford University in London. My vocal coach had a band and I used to go for her concerts. I used to stand in the crowd and feel the songs the band played.

What is the song about?
It is about spreading love and life. I wish to release another single and then, the album.

Which song turned the tide for you?
I wrote and produced a song called I Don’t Want To Love that caught the ears of Universal Music. It was a sudden creative burst. I came up with the tune and added some beats. After I met the marketing team at Universal, they heard the track and proceeded with paperwork.

What inspires you to write?
I write the words and then, I chalk out the melody on my guitar. It is mostly about my own experiences. It could be meeting someone new, having gone through something tough. I also love writing about other people’s experiences. It is good to put yourself into someone else’s shoes. An artiste evolves like that.

Did you take guitar lessons in London?
I am a self-taught guitarist. I learnt through tutorial videos online, mainly YouTube. When I started playing gigs in London, the responses reassured me that I knew how to play the guitar.

Where do you want to play in India?
I wanted to perform at blueFROG here but then, it shut down. As of now, my focus is entirely on the release of this single. I haven’t got a chance to play a gig here but I really want to someday. After all, I was born and raised here.