Tune in: Melody Matters
Now in Mumbai to pursue her Bollywood dreams, the singer has lent her voice to A Gentleman.
Shirley Setia is an Indo-Kiwi singer originally from Auckland, New Zealand. Having taken part in a contest by T-Series on a whim, the singer discovered her love for music and started collaborating with YouTubers from across the globe. Now in Mumbai to pursue her Bollywood dreams, the singer has lent her voice to A Gentleman. We take a look at some of his musical favourites:
What’s the one song you have on repeat on your iPod these days?
I Like Me Better by Lauv.
Is there a song you love to listen to when:
You’re happy and upbeat? Feels by Calvin Harris or Bibia Bi Ye Ye by Ed Sheeran.
You’re really low?
Woh Lamhe, Aadat or Tujhe Bhula Diya.
You’re working out?
There’s Nothing Holding Me Back by Shawn Mendes.
Is there any music you used to love as a kid or a teenager that you’re now embarrassed by when you think back?
Probably the song I’m a Barbie Girl by Aqua (laughs).
How would you describe your taste in music?
I seem to like a lot of different genres, as long as the melodies and lyrics connect with me.
What’s your favourite time to listen to music during the day?
I usually listen to music in the evenings or even later in the night.
If you could have one band or musician in the world perform a private concert for you, which one/who would it be?
Ed Sheeran