In an unexpected twist, the Grammy Awards 2024 are about to get a dose of Indian flair with a nomination that has left the music industry buzzing. The song in contention? None other than ‘Abundance in Millets,’ a composition featuring Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Nominated in the Best Global Music Performance category, this quirky track has become the dark horse of the Grammys.
The Unlikely Duo: Modi, Millets, and a Musical Marvel
Crafted by the musical duo Gaurav Shah and Falguni Shah (Falu), ‘Abundance in Millets’ has taken the world by storm. What makes it even more interesting is that it features a bit of a speech by none other than Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself, passionately advocating for the incorporation of millets into our diets.
The song, a clever blend of beats and political rhetoric, conveys the message that the consumption of millets promotes good health. In a genre-defying move, ‘Abundance in Millets’ merges the realms of politics and music, creating a harmony that resonates with fans worldwide.
The moment this news broke on twitter, Internet reacted with joy and memes. This thread is full of fun:
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is now a #GRAMMYs nominee. pic.twitter.com/cR4t7tDc0E
— Pop Base (@PopBase) November 10, 2023
Prime Minister Modi’s Music
It seems Prime Minister Modi is not just adept at steering the ship of the nation; he’s got some musical chops too! His cameo in ‘Abundance in Millets’ adds a unique flavor to the track. In a recent tweet, he praised the song, calling it “very creative” and expressing his hope that it will inspire more people to embrace millets for healthy living. Who knew the Prime Minister had a musical critique up his sleeve?
Prior to this, PM Modi’s voice has been adapted by AI and songs dubbed in his voice went viral over internet. Read our exclusive article on PM Modi’s AI voice here.
PM Modi previously gave his voice to 2024 campaign song in the form of a poem, “Main Desh nahin Mitne Dunga, Main Desh Nahin Jhukne Dunga” which was an instant hit. If PM Modi’s name comes up on the Grammy stage, it will a great addition to his charisma.
Millets in the Limelight: More Than Just a Musical Note
Beyond the musical novelty, the song sheds light on the importance of millets in the Indian diet. Millets like Sorghum, Pear Millet, Finger Millet, and others have been traditional staples in India. The song highlights the resilience and climate adaptability of these crops, emphasizing their role in ensuring food security for farmers, especially in challenging conditions.
The Grammy Race: ‘Abundance in Millets’ Faces Tough Competition
‘Abundance in Millets’ faces formidable competition in the Best Global Music Performance category. Other contenders include ‘Shadow Forces’ by Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer & Shahzad Ismaily, ‘Alone’ by Burna Boy, ‘Feel’ by David, ‘Milagro Y Disastre’ by Silvana Estrada, ‘Pashto’ by Béla Fleck, Edgar Meyer & Zakir Hussain ft. Rakesh Chaurasia, and ‘Todo Colores’ by Ibrahim Maalouf ft. Cimafunk & Tank and the Bangas.
As the music world eagerly awaits the outcome, ‘Abundance in Millets’ has already achieved the remarkable feat of putting millets and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the global stage in a way no one could have predicted. Will it clinch the Grammy trophy? Only time will tell, but one thing’s for sure – it’s a tune that’s got everyone talking!
