Pakistan’s leading rapper Talha Anjum has dismissed claims that his songs promote violence, drug use, or other harmful behaviors, stressing that his music was never intended to spread such messages.
In a candid interview with rapper Raftaar, the Young Stunners’ member reflected on his artistic journey and addressed controversies surrounding profanity and references to alcohol in his lyrics. Anjum explained that his words are often misinterpreted and insisted, “I’ve never aimed to promote violence. I simply write what comes to mind, and it’s up to listeners to interpret the meaning.”
Teaming up with Talha Yunus as part of the popular duo Young Stunners, Anjum highlighted that the core theme of his music is consistency and perseverance — qualities he considers vital for growth, relationships, and success. “If there’s one lesson people should take from my work, it’s to remain consistent in life,” he said.
The rapper emphasized that he has no plans to abandon his unfiltered style, describing it as his true artistic identity. He criticized the tendency of audiences to focus on negativity, noting, “People overlook the good in my work and only highlight the bad. Artists are often celebrated fully only after they’re gone.”
On the subject of alcohol references, Anjum pointed out that even literary icons like Mirza Ghalib used similar imagery, stressing that interpretation depends on the audience.
Reiterating his stance, Talha Anjum concluded that his music does not encourage drugs, alcohol, or violence, and that he has written socially conscious tracks people should recognize. “There’s a lot to learn from the positive side of my music,” he affirmed
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