Jaspal Singh was born on 23 March 1943 in Amritsar, Punjab. He developed an interest in singing during his school and college years and participated in various singing competitions. He later moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in playback singing. His talent was recognized by music director and singer Usha Khanna in 1968, but his early career involved considerable struggle.
His major breakthrough came when composer Ravindra Jain gave him an opportunity to sing for Geet Gaata Chal (1975). The film's title song “Geet Gaata Chal” became highly popular and established Jaspal Singh as a recognizable playback voice. He subsequently collaborated extensively with Ravindra Jain.
Some of his best-known songs include “Geet Gaata Chal,” “Shyam Teri Bansi Pukare,” “Dharti Meri Mata Pita Aasman,” “Kaun Disha Mein Leke Chala Re Batohiya,” “Gagan Yeh Samjhe” and “Bade Badai Na Karen.” His songs appeared in films including Geet Gaata Chal, Shyam Tere Kitne Naam, Ankhiyon Ke Jharokhon Se, Sawan Ko Aane Do and Nadiya Ke Paar.
Jaspal Singh's voice became particularly popular for songs depicting rural life, romance, innocence and devotional themes. His collaboration with Ravindra Jain produced several enduring songs of Hindi cinema.
Birth Date: 23 March 1943
Birth Place: Amritsar, Punjab, India
Profession: Playback Singer
Active Period: Primarily 1970s–1980s
Known For: Geet Gaata Chal, Nadiya Ke Paar, Ankhiyon Ke Jharokhon Se, Sawan Ko Aane Do
Major Musical Collaborator: Ravindra Jain