Honey Singh on Drugs : Rapper Opens Up on Drugs Struggle and His Eight-Year Recovery Journey

Rapper and singer Yo Yo Honey Singh has openly admitted for the first time that drug addiction was the biggest mistake of his life and career. He revealed that this mistake completely destroyed him, and it took eight years for the drugs to completely clear from his system. He made this revelation in an interview with the media.

How did drugs affect Honey Singh? (Honey Singh drugs)

Honey Singh said that in the first 15-20 years of his career, he was extremely smart, ambitious, and hardworking, but addiction ruined everything. He said: "Drugs were the biggest mistake of my life. They slowly destroy a person, and you don't even realize it." He said that he quit drugs in 2014 when doctors told him that he was seriously ill. But it took him eight years to free his body from the effects of drugs.

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Distance from parents during the era of fame (Honey Singh parents)

Honey Singh admitted that his addiction had distanced him from his parents. He said: "During my peak from 2012 to 2014, I met my parents only 4-5 times. I was afraid they would understand my condition." Fame, money, and constant worldwide tours distanced him from his family. During this time, he became mentally and physically exhausted.

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Bipolar disorder and the terrible state of addiction (Honey Singh story)

His career stalled in 2014. He was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. His addiction had worsened to the point where he couldn't even recognize himself. In an old interview, he said: "I used to smoke 12-15 joints a day, finishing entire bottles of alcohol. It got so bad that I even bit my friend." In 2017, during a tour, he broke down and left everything and returned to Delhi. He then began to manage himself with the help of doctors and therapists.

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Comeback in 2023: Magic reappears with 'Kalaastar' (Honey Singh song)

After a long break, in 2023, Honey Singh released the song 'Kalaastar', which was a sequel to 'Desi Kalakala'. The song became a hit and Honey once again showed that his magic is still continuing.

Next Step: International Music Tour (Honey Singh Concert)

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Honey Singh is now preparing for a big comeback. He is bringing the My Story World Tour 2026, which will begin on February 6, 2026, from the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai. Apart from this, he has also released his new album '51 Glorious Days'.

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FAQ

Q1. When did Honey Singh start using drugs?

Honey Singh started using drugs around 2012–2013, during the peak of his career

Q2. How long did it take for him to completely recover from drugs?

According to Honey Singh, it took almost 8 years for the effect of drugs to go away from his body.

Q3. Did drugs affect his career?

Yes, his career stalled for several years from 2014 due to addiction and mental health problems.

Q4. When did Honey Singh decide to quit drugs?

He immediately quit drugs after being diagnosed with the disease in 2014.

Q5. What problems did he face because of drugs?

He suffered from severe addiction, bipolar disorder, depression, and social isolation.

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