The PropheC
Neal Chatha (born September 8) known by his stage name, The PropheC, is an Indo-Canadian singer, songwriter, and producer. His debut album, Forever, released in 2011, which contained one of his first hit single Sohni.[2] Since then, he has released three studio albums: Futureproof (2014), The Lifestyle (2016), The Season (2019) and Solace (2021). He has also released a free-for-download mixtape titled The Dream Room (2013).[3] He is the founder of his own record label, PropheC Productions. The fusion of hip-hop, r&b, and pop elements with Punjabi lyrics and South Asian themes has allowed his music to be very influential in North America, England, and the South-Asian subcontinent.
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Birth name | Neal Chatha |
Origin | Calgary, Alberta, Canada |
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Years active | 2010–present |
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Website | theprophec |
Early life
Born to Punjabi Sikh immigrant parents, The PropheC first started singing at age 5[4] and was classically trained soon after. By age of 16, he began producing his own beats and original songs in his basement. After writing his first official song, "Sohni", he decided he could turn his passion into a career. While pursuing his ambitions in music, he also completed his education, earning a degree from Mount Royal University in business marketing.
Career
The PropheC attributes his inspiration to be from all varieties of music, notably figures from both the South Asian and Western music industries such as A. R. Rahman, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, and Drake.[5] Since the launch of his career, he has collaborated with other notable industry artists such as Mickey Singh, Raxtstar, Ziqboi (rapper), Fateh, Jus Reign, Amrit Maan, Sidhu Moose Wala and Ikka.
The PropheC has already been on tours, performing in places all over Europe and North America. He has also performed in India.
Discography
Studio Albums
- Forever (2011)
- Futureproof (2014)
- The Lifestyle (2016)
- The Season (2019)
- Solace (2021)
Mixtapes
- The Dream Room (2013)
Singles[6]
Year | Song Title | Album/Mixtape/EP | Artist(s) |
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2010 | Sohni | Forever | The PropheC, DeepC |
2013 | Shine | The Dream Room | The PropheC |
2013 | Dukh | The Dream Rom | The PropheC, Mickey Singh |
2014 | Sajna | Futureproof | The PropheC, Rashi Sood |
2014 | Chall Mere Nall | Futureproof | The PropheC, Fateh |
2015 | Taur | Futureproof | The PropheC |
2016 | Lost | Single | The PropheC |
2016 | Hove Mere Naal | The Lifestyle | The PropheC, Ikka |
2016 | Rumors | The Lifestyle | The PropheC, Fateh, Jus Reign |
2016 | Kina Chir | The Lifestyle | The PropheC |
2016 | Let Me Live | The Lifestyle | The PropheC |
2016 | Drama (Be Real) | The Lifestyle | The PropheC |
2017 | Feelin | Single | The PropheC |
2017 | Chakkar | Single | The PropheC, Bambi Bains, DJ Harpz |
2018 | Vibe | Single | The PropheC |
2018 | Hit Me Up | Single | The PropheC |
2019 | Haani | The Season | The PropheC |
2019 | Where You Been | The Season | The PropheC |
2019 | Tu Hi Ah | Single | The PropheC |
2019 | Vaari | Single | The PropheC |
2019 | Yaara Tu | Single | The PropheC,EZU |
2020 | Kitho | Single | The PropheC |
2020 | Questions | Single | The PropheC |
2021 | Close | Solace | The PropheC |
2021 | Kach | Solace | The PropheC |
2021 | Maula | Solace | The PropheC, Sardool Sikander |
2021 | Sambh | Solace | The PropheC |
2021 | Solace | Solace | The PropheC |
As Songwriter/Producer
Year | Song Title | Album/Mixtape | Artist(s) |
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2013 | Dholna | Single | Raashi Sood, The PropheC |
2015 | Udeek | Single | Raashi Sood |
2016 | Beparwah | Single | Raashi Sood |
2016 | Tere Bina | Single | Gagan Sharma |
2016 | Rusiya Na Kar | Single | Bikram Singh, The PropheC |
2018 | Ki Kargeyi | Glass Ceiling | Raxstar, The PropheC |
2018 | Funk | Single | Pav Dharia, Fateh, J-STATIK, The PropheC, Amar Sandhu |
2019 | Body Language | Single | Ikka, THEMXXNLIGHT |
References
- "The PropheC Profile". Artist originals.
- Today, The Asian (2014-04-07). "The PropheC - Interviews - The Asian Today Online". The Asian Today Online. Retrieved 2017-04-03.
- "Exclusive Interview with The PropheC and Mickey Singh!". UrbanAsian. 2013-02-28. Retrieved 2017-04-03.
- "Chatting with PropheC". UrbanAsian. 2012-11-26. Retrieved 2017-04-03.
- "From Jaz Dhami to ThePropheC: Musicians talk about Punjabi music industry - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 2017-04-07.
- "PropheC Productions". YouTube. Retrieved 2017-04-07.