Today, internationally acclaimed Punjabi powerhouse Karan Aujla has released “48 Rhymes,” a high-energy track that blends his signature storytelling with contemporary hip-hop influences. Embodying resilience, pride, and street wisdom, the song’s bold lyricism touches on his cultural roots, struggles, and global influences.
“48 Rhymes” follows up on “Tell Me,” released earlier this year with Grammy-nominated pop superstars OneRepublic and produced by Ikky. The track has gained momentum globally, debuting on charts in India, Canada, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, the UAE, and Pakistan. Karan performed “Tell Me” at the 2025 Indian Premier League opening ceremony, reaching a televised audience of over 30 million viewers.
Karan Aujla’s rise from his upbringing in rural Punjab to his place atop the global music industry is a testament to his talent and unique blend of Punjabi folk, hip-hop, and R&B. His albums, BacTHAfuKUP and Making Memories, have solidified his international presence. Making Memories, released in 2023, generated billions of streams and culminated in a sold-out world tour that connected him with hundreds of thousands of fans worldwide. This album’s success highlights Aujla’s ability to resonate with a diverse global audience, a position underscored by his status as the most streamed Punjabi artist on Spotify globally in 2024. His influence has extended to Bollywood, where his song “Tauba Tauba” was featured in the film Bad Newz and quickly became a national hit in India. Aujla’s achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards, including his groundbreaking win of the 2024 TikTok JUNO Fan Choice Award, making him the first South Asian artist to win the fan-voted category. In 2025, Aujla has already received multiple JUNO Award nominations, including Single of the Year for “Winning Speech,” and has collaborated with GRAMMY-nominated chart-toppers OneRepublic on “Tell Me,” produced by preeminent South Asian producer Ikky, with much more in store for the year to come.
