Renowned Indian rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh has delivered a powerful and emotional warning to the youth of India about the dangers of drug addiction, drawing from his own harrowing eight-year battle with substances that nearly destroyed his life and career.
The Long Road to Recovery
In a recent candid interview with NDTV, the artist who once dominated the Indian music scene revealed the devastating impact drugs had on his life. Honey Singh began his recovery journey in 2014 after being diagnosed with a serious health condition, but the path to complete rehabilitation proved much longer than anticipated.
"Drugs damage you slowly, and you don't even realize it," the rapper reflected during the conversation. "It caused me a lot of harm, and today I tell all my younger brothers and sisters that they should especially stay away from drugs because they damage you so much."
The artist emphasized the insidious nature of addiction, noting that even after his initial decision to quit, the substances remained in his system for eight long years, making recovery an extended and challenging process.
Complete Destruction and Spiritual Awakening
Honey Singh didn't mince words when describing the darkest period of his life. In a previous interview with Lallantop, he admitted, "Drugs destroyed me completely. I lost myself to fame, money and women. I was like a devil, completely satanic."
The rapper also expressed regret about glorifying what he called "satanic powers" in his earlier music, indicating a significant shift in his perspective and values since achieving sobriety.
Despite the profound challenges he faced, the artist today appears transformed—calmer, wiser, and possessing a hard-earned self-awareness that comes from surviving intense personal turmoil.
Career Resurgence and Global Comeback
As Honey Singh rebuilds both his personal life and professional career after a prolonged absence from the music industry, he's embracing new opportunities with renewed energy and purpose.
The rapper has announced an exciting global comeback tour, with Dubai scheduled as the first international stop. This marks his return to large-scale live performances after years away from major stages, and fans across the world are eagerly anticipating his comeback.
Reflecting on his journey and current mindset, Singh shared a philosophical outlook: "What goes around comes around, I really believe that. It took a lot of time for me to get out from where I was stuck. But I am back now."
During the same interview, Honey Singh also revealed an interesting musical tidbit about his creative process, sharing that his hit song "High Mera Dil" was written in just five or six minutes without any pre-planned flow. The track remains a fan favorite that continues to resonate with audiences during live performances.
The artist concluded with a heartfelt message born from his difficult experiences: "I never want anyone, not even an enemy, to go through what I went through." His story stands as a powerful cautionary tale about the dangers of substance abuse and a testament to the possibility of redemption and recovery.
