Sajjad Ali: The Pakistani Pop Icon

Sajjad Ali is a living legend in the Pakistani music industry. Born on August 24, 1966 in Lahore, Pakistan, he began his career as a child star and has gone on to become a prominent singer, songwriter, and actor. He has released numerous albums throughout his career and has won several awards, including multiple Lux Style Awards and Tamgha-e-Imtiaz. His music is considered timeless, with hits such as 'Charkha Nolakha' and 'Babia'.

Early Life and Career Beginnings

At the age of three, Sajjad Ali began appearing on television and singing songs for children's programs. He made his first professional appearance at the age of seven in the film 'Chiragh Jalta Raha'. Throughout his childhood and adolescence, Sajjad acted in numerous television series and films. In 1986, he debuted as a singer with the album 'Master Sajjad Sings Memorable Classics', which was released by EMI Pakistan. He then went on to release a number of hit singles such as 'Lambi Judaai', 'Channo', 'Tum Naraz Ho', and 'Babia'.

Rise to Fame

Sajjad Ali's fame rose sharply in the late 1980s with the release of his hit single 'Channo'. The song was an instant success and gained him recognition both in Pakistan and abroad. He then went on to release several other successful singles, including 'Tum Naraz Ho' and 'Babia'. He also collaborated with other prominent Pakistani singers such as Abida Parveen, Atif Aslam, and Ali Zafar. In 1994, he released his second album 'Camel' which was met with great critical and commercial success.

Later Career

Since then, Sajjad has released several other albums such as 'Toba Tek Singh', 'Gori Teri Ankhen', and 'Ishq'. His most recent album is 2015's 'Us Rah Par'. In addition to music, Sajjad has also acted in numerous television dramas and films. He has also appeared on various talk shows as a guest. In 2010, he was awarded Tamgha-e-Imtiaz for his services to Pakistani music.

Legacy

Sajjad Ali is one of the most iconic figures in Pakistani music history. His timeless songs have been passed down from generation to generation and continue to be beloved by fans around the world. His influence has been so great that he has often been referred to as the “King of Pop” in Pakistan. He is an inspiration to many aspiring musicians in Pakistan and beyond.