Young Stunners Explained

Young Stunners
Caption:Young Stunners performing Live in 2024
Origin:Karachi, Pakistan
Genre:Desi Hip-Hop
Years Active:2012–present
Current Members:Talha Anjum
Talhah Yunus

Young Stunners (YS) are a Pakistani hip-hop duet formed in Karachi in 2012 by Talha Anjum, Talhah Yunus and with the music production mostly held by Jokhay.[1] The duo is composed of Talha Anjum and Talhah Yunus.

Talha Anjum and Talhah Yunus rose to fame as rappers on YouTube after releasing their first song "Burger-e-Karachi". Some of their major hits to date include: the collaborative 2021 PSL anthem Groove Mera,[2] their performance at the 2021 Pakistan Day Parade[3] and their music video "Afsanay".[4] [5] [6]

They are often credited for introducing Urdu rap into the mainstream Pakistani music scene.[7] [8]

Associated Acts

Since their success over the years, the Duo has collaborated with a number of Pakistani artists including; Asim Azhar, Bohemia, Rap Demon, Raamis, Aima Baig, Naseebo Lal, JJ47, and Faisal Kapadia

History

The group consist of two Urdu-language rappers, Talha Anjum and Talhah Yunus.[9] [10] [11] Both were born and raised in Karachi. Both got their education at the Army Public School, Saddar and have been best friends since the age of 16.[12] The group was formed on 2 July 2012 and started releasing music in the same year.[13] Their debut singles "Burger-e-Karachi", a satirical take at the westernised and out-of-touch urban elites of Karachi, and "Maila Majnu" were some of songs that were widely popular.[14] [15] [16] In 2017, they released their debut album "Rebirth".

In July 2020, they collaborated with Asim Azhar, Shamoon Ismail, and Raamis on the track "Tum Tum".[17] In September 2021, they released the track "Why Not" as part of a promotional campaign for Pepsi. In March 2022, they collaborated with Faisal Kapadia on the final track of Coke Studio (Season 14) titled "Phir Milenge".[18] [19]

Members

Talha Anjum

Talha Anjum
Birth Name:Talha Anjum Rasheed
Birth Date:1996 10, df=yes
Birth Place:Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
Occupation:Rapper
Genre:Hip hop
Years Active:2012–present
Associated Acts:Talha Yunus

Talha Anjum was born on 3rd October 1996 in Karachi, Pakistan and attended the Army Public School there. He has two brothers. Talha began his career doing rap battles in school times. Talha Anjum used local issues and references to gain audience relevancy. There stands no doubt about his poetry's energizing thrill. He's the perfect fit for any genre or category and he's been proving it lately. He realised his potential and together with Talha Yunus, he formed the music duo known today as Young Stunners.

Talhah Yunus

Talhah Yunus
Birth Date:1996 10, df=yes
Birth Place:Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
Occupation:Rapper
Genre:Hip hop
Years Active:2012–present
Associated Acts:Talha Anjum

Talhah Yunus was born on 21 October 1996 in Karachi. Talhah Yunus would also release diss tracks and soon their first single "Burger-e-Karachi" made charts. He also has a standalone mixtape as a solo artist named "6IX".

Discography

Albums

Year Album TrackArtist(s) Ref.
2017 Rebirth Real TalkYoung Stunners - Talha Anjum & Talhah Yunus[20] [21]
I Don't Know
No Hook Ups
Karachi Lingo
Right Now
Rooh - Remix
Po Po
Dear Zainab
32 Bore
Class
Jhoolay Laal
Next Level
Uber
Naya Pakistan
Asli Hai

Singles and collaborations

Year Track Artist(s)Producer(s)Note(s)Ref.
2019Shaking My HeadYoung StunnersJokhayPromotional track for Furor
2020Purpose RapYoung Stunners
Stunner FlowRap Demon & Young StunnersWebster
QuarantineYoung Stunners & KR$NAJokhayIndia-Pakistan collaboration
JalegaYoung Stunners
Cali 2 KarachiYoung Stunners ft. J.Hind
Tum TumAsim Azhar, Shamoon Ismail, Young Stunners & RaamisQasim Azhar
Karachi ChalYoung Stunners ft. YASMomin
Gumaan Young StunnersJokhayOne of their most viewed songs[22]
12 BajayYoung Stunners & Rap DemonRovalio
BulleyaQasim Azhar ft. Young Stunners, Raamis & Fadia Shaboroz
Hatto BachoYoung StunnersJokhayPromotional track for Garena Free Fire
Don't MindYoung Stunners & Rap DemonUmair
2021Laga RehYoung StunnersJokhay
Woh Banda Nai
Groove MeraNaseebo Lal, Aima Baig & Young StunnersBilal Haider2021 PSL anthem
YaadAsim Azhar ft. Young StunnersNafeel Ali[23] [24]
AfsanayYoung StunnersJokhayTrended on YouTube for days[25] [26]
Azaad HainPromotional track for Furor
Why Not Meri JaanAli Hamza Productions
StunnerYoung Stunners & Aima BaigJokhay & UmairPromotional track for Infinix
2022WhyYoung StunnersJokhay
Phir MilengeFaisal Kapadia & Young StunnersXulfi & Abdullah SiddiquiFrom Coke Studio (Season 14)[27]
Aazma LeYoung Stunners ft. Bilal AliJokhay
Dil Fatah KarainSoch the Band, Young Stunners & KarakoramSoundtrack of Team Muhafiz animated series
The Blazin SongYoung StunnersTalha Dar & Aqeel SarfarazPromotional track for Knorr
Next11Young Stunners, Talal Qureshi & Justin BibisTalal Qureshi2022 Pakistan Junior League Anthem
2023BenzYoung StunnersJokhay
Talk To Me
Two ToneYoung StunnersUmair

Live performances

Year Event Note Ref.
2020 Hum Style AwardsInvited to perform at annual 2020 Hum Style Awards
Coke Fest - 2020Performance at Coke Fest 2020[28]
2021Pakistan Day paradePerformed a song "Jaag Raha Ha Pakistan" also associated with Mehak Ali and more[29]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Instagram .
  2. Web site: Aima Baig, Young Stunners and Naseebo Lal join forces for PSL anthem Instep thenews.com.pk. 2021-04-24. www.thenews.com.pk. en.
  3. Web site: Young Stunners to feature in Pakistan Day Prade SAMAA. 2021-04-24. Samaa TV. en-US.
  4. Web site: Iftikhar. Sania. AFSANAY by Young Stunners is a magical rap winning hearts already. 2021-05-07. Trendinginsocial! Latest Entertainment, Fashion, Technology & Sports News. 28 March 2021 . en-US.
  5. News: 2020-04-10. A Tale of Two Talhas. 5 May 2021.
  6. Web site: 2021-03-25. Afsanay by Young Stunners trends on YouTube. 2021-04-25. Something Haute. en-US.
  7. Web site: 2021-09-06 . How Young Stunners Became Game Changers in Pakistani Music . 2022-03-27 . ARY NEWS . en-US.
  8. Web site: Khan . Sheheryar . 2022-03-07 . A New Generation of Pakistani Musicians Rises . 2022-03-27 . Aurora Magazine . en.
  9. Web site: 2014-04-21. Beat that! Pakistani rap rises: a tale of two Talhas. 2021-05-04. The Express Tribune. en.
  10. Web site: 2021-03-25 . Young Stunners' fans are competing with Geo TV for YouTube rankings . 2021-05-12 . Images . en.
  11. Web site: Young Stunners - Artists - Pakistan Day Special - Coke Studio Pakistan . 2021-05-05 . www.cokestudio.com.pk.
  12. Web site: 2021-02-19. Someone Vandalised Young Stunners' Mural & People Are Furious!. 2021-05-04. Diva Magazine. en-US.
  13. Web site: Straight outta Karachi: Urdu duo Young Stunners are back to revitalise Pakistan's rap scene. 2021-05-12. The National. 12 August 2017 . en.
  14. Web site: The Secret Super Star of Karachi - TheNews Weekly Magazine. 2021-05-04. www.thenews.com.pk. en.
  15. Web site: Atif Aslam, Young Stunners rule Spotify charts Instep thenews.com.pk. 2021-05-04. www.thenews.com.pk. en.
  16. Web site: 19 March 2021. Young Stunners to Feature in Coke Studio on Pakistan Day Special. SAMAA.
  17. Web site: 'Tum Tum': Asim Azhar's new song video is out . 2022-03-27 . www.thenews.com.pk . en.
  18. Web site: 2022-03-23 . 'Phir Milenge': Coke Studio Season 14 Comes To A Close With The 'Best Song Yet' . 2022-03-27 . The Friday Times - Naya Daur . en-US.
  19. Web site: 2022-03-23 . 'Coke Studio' and Spotify team up for the final song of Season 14 'Phir Milenge' . 2022-03-27 . Daily Times . en-US.
  20. Web site: Young Stunners' new Album ReBirth is a must listen SAMAA . 2021-04-25 . Samaa TV . en-US.
  21. Web site: Talha Anjum and Talha Yunus ReBirth is now out . 2021-04-25 . Patari.pk . en.
  22. Web site: New Songs by Young Stunners (GUMAAN) Trends on YouTube and its must listen . 2021-05-05 . Samaa.
  23. Web site: 2021-03-29 . Asim Azhar and the Young Stunners release a New Song "Yaad" . 2021-05-08 . Runway Pakistan . en-US.
  24. Web site: 2021-03-28 . Asim Azhar collaborates with Young Stunners for breakup song 'Yaad' . 2021-05-08 . Something Haute . en-US.
  25. Web site: 2021-03-25 . Afsanay by Young Stunners trends on YouTube . 2021-05-04 . Something Haute . en-US.
  26. Web site: Stunners . Young . 2020-12-26 . AFSANAY Lyrics - Talhah Yunus, Talha Anjum Jokhey . 2021-08-28 . SnoopLyrics . en-US.
  27. Web site: Images Staff . 2022-03-22 . Coke Studio closes the curtains on season 14 with 'Phir Milenge' by Faisal Kapadia and Young Stunners . 2022-03-23 . Images . en.
  28. Web site: Young Stunners - Cokefest Brings Pakistan's First Digital Music Festival. 19 November 2020 . 2021-05-05. en-US.
  29. Web site: Young Stunners to feature Pakistan Day Parade - SAMAA. 2021-05-05. Samaa TV. en-US.