B-Boy Tornado aka Ramesh Yadav in a still from the video for “Udd Jaa” sung by Siddharth Basroor and produced by lyricist Gilbert Chettiar.
With breakdancing making it to the Olympics for the first time in Paris this year, Mumbai’s b-boy Tornado aka Ramesh Yadav was one of the top contenders representing India in qualifier events including the Asian Breaking Championship 2023 in China.
His determination and harrowing journey is captured in the new song “Udd Jaa” sung by the rocker. Siddhartha Basrur With composer Sam Chandel and lyricist-producer Gilbert Chettiar. Released through Chettiar’s Laughjohn music platform, the lively song also features the producer Sid Paul On guitars, the music video directed by filmmaker Darshan Mandali recreates the life of B-boy Tornado and his journey to become one of the most recognized breakers in India.
From hesitations to challenges to finally proving his worth, the video for “Udd Jaa” reflects the determination that B-boy Whirlwind has brought to his craft. Chettiar – who is often inspired to explore themes of love and relationships – wrote the lyrics for “Udd Jaa” with the intention of reflecting the “honesty and depth” of the b-boy whirlwind, says the song’s press release. “Through his verses, Chettiar captures the essence of Yadav’s resilience and determination while inviting listeners to embark on their own transformative journey,” adds the press release.
Tornado was crowned the B-Boy Champion Red Bull BC One Cipher India 2019Aimed to represent India in 2024 Paris Olympics. He finished 16th in the pre-selection stage at the Asian Breaking Championship 2023 in Hangzhou, China, but was eventually beaten by Japan’s B-Boy Lilbaum to enter the round. Round robin stage of qualifier event.
Nevertheless, he was one of five Indians vying for a place to compete in Paris. To compliment the journey so far, Basroor brings his signature charged-up vocals in Hindi. A press release says of his collaboration with Basrur Chettiar, “Together they paint a vivid portrait of Yadav’s rise to greatness, leaving an indelible impression on the hearts and minds of all who listen.”
Along with London-based Chettiar, Lafjohn Music has been rolling out music since 2020, with singer Rohan Sequeira’s debut release “Yeh Waqt Bhi”. Several singles have been released since then.
Basroor lends his voice to “Udd Jaa” after some stellar film music projects, including the “Shaitan Theme” for the supernatural horror film. Satan combined Amit TrivediAlso “Para Mera Veera” with fellow artists Sanjeeta Bhattacharyacombined Amrit Ramnath For a Malayalam film Varshangalkku Sesham.
Watch the video for “Udd Jaa” below.