African singer goes viral for singing Noor Jehan’s classic

A video of an African singer performing a classic song by legendary Pakistani singer Noor Jehan has gone viral, earning widespread admiration online. The singer, identified as Fazel, beautifully rendered the Punjabi hit “Sanu Nehar Wale Pul Te Bula Ke”, maintaining the original tune and accent of the song.

Noor Jehan, known as Madam Noor Jehan, was celebrated for her extraordinary playback singing career spanning over six decades. She was trained in Hindustani and Pakistani classical music and performed in both British Indian and Pakistani cinema. Some of her most popular songs include Main Tere Sang, Mujh Se Pehli Si Muhabbat, and Gaey Gi Duniya Geet Mere, which remain iconic and challenging to perform even today.

Fazel’s rendition has captivated audiences, amassing over 10 million views within days. Social media users praised his vocal precision and emotional delivery. One viewer wrote, “Great, his voice has that Madam Noor Jehan style; the tuning is perfect.” Another commented, “WOW, really impressive — wasn’t expecting this at all.” Fans expressed amazement that Noor Jehan’s melodies could be so faithfully recreated by an international artist.

The viral performance highlights the universal appeal of Noor Jehan’s music and its continued influence across generations and borders. Many viewers expressed that her iconic melodies still resonate strongly, proving the timeless quality of her artistry.

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