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Hakam Sufi

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Hakam Sufi
OriginGiddarbaha,Punjab,India
DiedSeptember 4, 2012(2012-09-04)(aged 60)
Sri Muktsar Sahib,Punjab,India
GenresFolk
Occupation(s)Singer

Hakam Sufi(3 March 1952 – 4 September 2012)[citation needed]was an Indian singer as well as songwriter ofPunjabi music.[1][2]He was known for his songs like,paani vich maaran deetanfrom aPunjabi filmand more. Known for his clean and pure style of music, Hakam Sufi stayed away from vulgarity and bawdy lyrics. Untrapped by commercial interests, Sufi, who worked as a school teacher remained dedicated to pristine pure music till his death.[2]

Personal life

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Sufi remained single throughout his life, primarily so that he could dedicate himself to music and to bringing up his siblings. A very close associate ofGurdas Mann,both singers belonged toGidderbahain Sri Muktsar Sahib district of Indian Punjab.[2]He started singing at a very early age during his schooldays.

Songs

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His major song was theChhalla,though Sufi himself conceded in a television interview that it was whenGurdas Maansung the song, that it reached great heights.Pani vich maaran deetan,Mere charkhe di tutt gaee maalh,Kithe laaye ne sajjana dere,Dil vatte di,andDil tarhpe ashiq dawere his major songs.

References

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  1. ^"Legendary Punjabi singer Hakam Sufi passes away".PunjabNewline.com. 5 September 2012. Archived fromthe originalon 7 September 2012.Retrieved5 September2012.
  2. ^abc"Hakam shunned commercial trappings".News.7 September 2011.Retrieved30 October2012.