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Shubhdeep Singh Sidhu, known professionally as Sidhu Moose Wala, was an Indian singer, rapper, songwriter, and one of the most influential figures in contemporary Punjabi music. Born in Moosa village, Mansa district, Punjab, he grew up in a farming family and later earned a degree in electrical engineering from Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Ludhiana. After moving to Canada, he began pursuing music seriously while remaining closely connected to his Punjabi roots.
Moose Wala first gained recognition as a songwriter through “License” for singer Ninja, but his breakthrough as a performer came with “So High” in 2017, produced by Byg Byrd. The song introduced a powerful blend of Punjabi identity, hip-hop storytelling, trap production, and gangsta rap influences that quickly distinguished him from other artists in the Punjabi scene.
His major albums included “PBX 1,” “Snitches Get Stitches,” and “Moosetape,” while notable songs included “So High,” “Issa Jatt,” “Warning Shots,” “Legend,” “Dollar,” “Bambiha Bole,” “295,” “The Last Ride,” and “Same Beef.” His later catalog also included releases such as “Attach,” “Dilemma,” “Chorni,” “Bad,” and “Who’s Bad.” Moose Wala worked with labels including Speed Records, DIVINE, Mass Appeal, and Saregama India Ltd, reflecting the expanding international reach of his music.
His collaborative network extended across Punjabi, British, and African music scenes. He recorded with artists such as Stefflon Don, Burna Boy, Steel Banglez, Sunny Malton, Byg Byrd, AR Paisley, Bohemia, and Divine, helping connect Punjabi music with global hip-hop and Afrobeats audiences.
He also received recognition for his songwriting, including the Best Lyricist Award at the Brit Asia Music Awards. Sidhu Moose Wala was shot and killed on 29 May 2022 near Jawaharke village in Punjab at the age of twenty-eight. His death prompted widespread mourning across India and the global Punjabi diaspora. Previously recorded material continued to be released after his death, extending his catalog into 2024 and introducing his music to new audiences.
Moose Wala’s legacy lies in the way he fused Punjabi language, rural imagery, and cultural pride with the aesthetics of contemporary global rap. His lyrical style, independent persona, and musical ambition continue to influence a new generation of Punjabi artists worldwide.
