Cheema Y Age, Biography, Net Worth, Career, Family & More (2026 Update)
Cheema Y: Cheema Y remains a dominant force in Punjabi music at age 23, with fans worldwide tracking his explosive rise.
Biography
Height, Weight and Physical Appearance
Name
Cheema Y
Other Name
Nirvair Singh
Age
23 years (born 2003)
DOB
2003 (exact date private)
Birth Place
Gurdaspur, Punjab, India
Birth Sign
Not disclosed
Home Town
Gurdaspur district
Residence
Canada (primary base)
Nationality
Indian
Profession
Singer, Songwriter, Rapper
Caste
Jatt (Sikh community)
Religion
Sikhism
Fame
“California Love” viral hitmaker
More
5.9M Spotify monthly listeners
Height
5 feet 7 inches (170 cm)
Weight
70 kg (154 lbs)
Build
Athletic, lean muscular
Hair
Short black, styled modern
Eyes
Dark brown, expressive
Skin Tone
Wheatish
Distinct Features
Sharp jawline, tattoos, confident vibe
Style
Streetwear, hoodies, chains
Shoe Size
Approx 9 (US)
Birth Year
2003
Birthplace
Batala, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India
Family Background
Traditional Jatt Sikh family (Cheema community); agricultural/rural ties
Childhood Environment
Culturally rich Punjab village; surrounded by folk music, gurdwara kirtans
Early Music Exposure
Singing/performing from young age; old home videos show raw talent
Primary Influences
Punjabi folk, religious hymns, local traditions; sparked lifelong passion
Early Schooling
Local schools in Punjab; noted as quiet but creative student
Family Relocation Rumors
Possible early US family business (trucking); unconfirmed
Move to Canada
International student visa; studied at Sheridan College (speculated)
Canada Student Life
Balanced studies, part-time jobs; music as outlet
Shift to USA
Relocated to California (possibly via “dunki” route, unverified); career launchpad
Self-Taught Music Skills
Honed rap/songwriting amid studies; no formal training
Pre-Fame Struggles
Village hardships fueled lyrics; juggled education and dreams
Key Turning Point
California settlement shaped desi-Western fusion sound
Educational Attainment
College level completed (exact major undisclosed)
Music Debut Single
2020
“Blackberry” – Released under Gippy Grewal’s Humble Music label; modest start
Breakthrough Single
2020
“Bastard” – Gained initial traction on YouTube and social platforms
Early Singles
2021
“Damn” – Self-released; built underground buzz
Debut Album Release
2023
Anyway – First studio album featuring “California Love” which exploded globally on Spotify/YouTube; blended Punjabi folk with hip-hop
First EP
2023
Dripster – Showcased versatility; trap and melodic tracks
Major Viral Hit
2023-2024
“California Love” (from Anyway) – Household name maker; Gur Sidhu collab; chart-topper
Cloud 9 EP
2024
5 tracks including “Mascara” and “Snap”; major social media trends; peaked global charts
Singles Surge
2024
“Stag Entry”, “Wind”, “Trump”, “Snake”, “Not Sure” – All under Brown Town Music; high streaming numbers
Second Studio Album
2025
Young G.O.A.T (Young Goat) – 11 tracks including “Police”; bold lyrics; fan favorite and commercial peak
Label Partnership
2022+
Brown Town Music – Key for major releases and distribution
Global Streaming Peak
2025-2026
5.9M Spotify monthly listeners; billions YouTube views
Live Tours Expansion
2024+
North America and India shows; high-energy performances
Key Collaborations
Ongoing
Gur Sidhu (multiple hits), Nav Sandhu; expanded reach
Industry Recognition
2025+
Top Punjabi charts; labeled future of Punjabi music
Main Genres
Punjabi trap, rap, melodic pop
Primary Roles
Vocals, lyrics, basic production
Songwriting Style
Raw, street-real storytelling
Performance Type
High-energy live sets
Collaborators
Gur Sidhu, Nav Sandhu, others
Platforms Dominated
YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music
Unique Selling Point
Desi-global fusion sound
Work Ethic
Non-stop releases, fan engagement
Major Feuds
None significant reported
Online Backlash
Minor rise-speed debates
Legal Troubles
Clean slate maintained
Public Statements
Avoids drama, music-focused
Fan Reactions
Overwhelmingly supportive
Media Scrutiny
Low due to private nature
Resolution Style
Ignores noise, drops hits
Impact on Career
Zero setbacks observed
TV Shows
No scripted series or acting roles; focus remains music videos and live performances
Music Videos
Cinematic productions for all major singles; IMDb credits for Trump (2024), Young G.O.A.T (2025), Snake (2024)
Live Performances
Frequent concert features like Police with Jasmeen Akhtar; JP Live Nakodar show
California Love
Anyway (2023)
Viral breakthrough with Gur Sidhu; global Punjabi hit
100M+
Police
Young G.O.A.T
Jasmeen Akhtar collab; live show staple
50M+
Young G.O.A.T
Young G.O.A.T
Title track; bold anthem defining his brand
40M+
Snake
Single (2024)
Edgy trap banger; Gur Sidhu production
30M+
Trump
Single (2024)
Political vibe hit; music video acclaim
25M+
Haji Mastan
Single
Top streamed; street narrative
20M+
Bachi Naag Di
Anyway
Highest streams; intro to fame
20M+
Stag Entry
Single
Party anthem; club favorite
18M+
Ranjhea
Single
Romantic trap fusion
16M+
Jugni
Anyway
Folk-modern remix; album opener
17M+
Blue Mountain
Anyway
Melodic standout
15M+
Tutor
Single
Recent 2026 playlist topper
Rising
DXB
Single
Dubai-inspired vibe
15M+
Necklace
Single
Fan favorite collab
15M+
Blackberry
Debut (2020)
Underground start; Humble Music
10M+
Anyway
Anyway
Album title track
12M+
Cloud 9
Cloud 9 EP
EP lead single
10M+
Snap
Cloud 9
Social media trendsetter
8M+
Life for Hip-Hop
Young G.O.A.T
Genre tribute
7M+
Takde Gharde
Young G.O.A.T
Destiny-themed hit
6M+
Music Awards
Punjabi chart domination
Nominations
Independent polls and lists
Chart Positions
#1 Global Punjabi Spotify
Fan-Voted Honors
Viral sensation awards