Taba Chake is a prominent Indian finger-style guitarist, multi-instrumentalist, multilingual singer-songwriter, and indie-folk musician known for blending folk roots with contemporary sounds, pioneering Nyishi-language music on global platforms as the first from Arunachal Pradesh, and gaining acclaim for albums like Bombay Dreams and Khud Ko Miloon with soulful, introspective tracks in Nyishi, Hindi, Assamese, and English.
Early Life and Education
Taba Chake was born on December 24, 1992, in Khunglo Village, Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh, India. Brought up by his parents Mr. Chake and Mrs. Chake in a remote Nyishi tribal community where his parents never attended school, marking his generation as the first to experience modern infrastructure like buildings, telephones, roads, and cars.
He grew up immersed in tribal folklore and nature, which deeply influenced his storytelling and music. He started composing songs around 2007–2008 at age 15. He pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree at Dera Natung Government College in Arunachal Pradesh in 2012. His ethnicity is Indian. His religion is Christianity.
Career
Taba Chake began his music journey in his teens, self-taught on guitar and experimenting with compositions in his native Nyishi dialect alongside Hindi, Assamese, and English. He released his first EP Bond with Nature in 2016, reflecting his connection to Arunachal’s landscapes.
His breakthrough came with the 2019 debut album Bombay Dreams, featuring multilingual tracks like Aao Chalein, Shaayad, and Walk With Me that captured the emotional shift from rural life to urban chaos, earning widespread acclaim in India’s indie scene. He became the first Arunachalee artist to release Nyishi songs on global streaming platforms. His music blends folk, indie, and soul with intricate fingerstyle guitar and heartfelt lyrics.
In 2024, he debuted as music director and composer for Shoojit Sircar‘s film I Want to Talk. He released the album Khud Ko Miloon in 2025, including singles like Khud Ko Miloon and La La Land. Appointed brand ambassador for Arunachal Pradesh’s art and culture department, he mentors young artists and promotes indigenous music globally.
Awards and Nominations
MTV EMA Best India Act (2023)
Nomination for MTV awards for album Message To The Moon
Personal Life
Taba Chake, 33, has an unknown height. His relationship status is unknown, with no publicly detailed spouse, past relationships, or children.
He keeps personal matters private, crediting his mother’s influence for his resilience and drive while focusing on music creation, performances, travel, and promoting positivity through his art. He resides in Mumbai after moving from Arunachal, maintaining ties to his tribal roots and nature-inspired lifestyle.
Net Worth
Taba Chake‘s net worth is estimated at $1.5 million USD. His income primarily comes from:
Music streaming royalties and sales on platforms like Spotify and YouTube with millions of streams
Live performances and concerts
Brand collaborations and sponsorships in music and lifestyle
Film music direction and compositions including I Want to Talk
Awards and nominations boosting visibility
Digital content creation through social media monetization and fan engagement
Discography
Bond with Nature (EP, 2016)
Bombay Dreams (Album, 2019)
Khud Ko Miloon (Album, 2025)
Music director and composer for I Want to Talk (Film, 2024)
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