ISLAMABAD: Nayyara Noor also known as ‘Bulbul-e-Pakistan’ was remembered on her first death anniversary where fans from all walks of life through media platforms paid rich tributes for her unforgettable contribution to the entertainment industry.
Nayyara Noor, the melody queen of Pakistan, was one of the top playback singers in the country. With no formal musical background, Noor also did not receive any formal training in music, however, she proved her God-gifted singing talents all over the subcontinent.
She was born on November 3, 1950, in Guwahati, Assam where she spent her early childhood days. She was seven when her family migrated to Pakistan. From her early childhood, she took fancy to Begum Akhtar’s ghazals, thumris and Kanan Devi’s bhajans.
On this day of remembrance, we honor the timeless voice and soulful melodies of Nayyara Noor. Her music continues to touch hearts and inspire listeners, keeping her memory alive. May her legacy serve as a reminder of the beauty and emotions she shared through her songs. pic.twitter.com/f5of24RHdN
— Tanveer R Dharmani (@hmnistic_tanvir) August 20, 2023
Later, in 1968, Noor started singing songs on Radio Pakistan and then on Pakistan Television in 1971. The singer then never looked back as her unstoppable musical journey began.
In 1973, she was accorded the Nigar Award for Best Playback Singer in the film Gharana. In 1977, her reputation peaked as the songs of the film Aaina touched the hearts of Pakistanis. Nayyara Noor showed her excellence while working with every major composer for film and TV during her time. She sang Ahmed Shamim’s ‘Kabhi Hum Bhi Khoobssorat Thay’ for the PTV drama serial ‘Teesra Kinara.’
Remembering the nightingale Nayyara Noor Ji on her 1st death anniversary. Born in 1950, she carved a niche for herself on the throne of stellar ghazal singers. Last of the ghazal queens, she left for heavenly abode on 20 August 2022. Forever in our hearts 🖤 pic.twitter.com/4RwMd70q8m
— Punnu – پُنّوں (@punnu__khan) August 20, 2023
Nayyara liked to sing Ibn-e-Insha’s ghazals as she believed they carry a unique pathos, like ‘Jalay tau jalao gori’. Initially, she came to be known for singing Faiz Ahmad Faiz’s poetry.
Her iconic rendition of Faiz’s poetry turned out to be probably the most known and celebrated work she produced in 1976 as a birthday gift for Faiz. In her long career as a singer, Nayyara Noor received a lot of praise and was given the title of Bulbul-e-Pakistan (Nightingale of Pakistan).
Remembering Nayyara Noor on her first Barssi. From 'Aye Jazba-e-Dil' to 'Ae Ishq Hamein Barbaad Na Kar' to 'Is Parcham K Saaye Tale,' what a voice with captivating melodies echoing in our ears. Bulbul-e-Pakistan, you live on through your voice.
— water and joints. (@waterandjoints) August 20, 2023
In 2006, Noor was honored with the Pride of Performance Award, and in 2012, she bid farewell to her professional singing career by saying that it is honorable to step back in time.
Her famous songs were Watan ki matti gawah rehna, ‘Jalay tau jalao gori’ and Kabhi Hum Bhi Khoobssorat
Thay.
Now Nayyara Noor is an amazing singer and ofcourse her Watan Ki Mitti is one of the best and most well known Milli Naghma’s but today I am sharing her other great song: Jo Naam Wahi Pehchan, Pakistan Pakistan pic.twitter.com/GqyuxTC6N8
— Hassan Akbar (@hass_akbr) August 14, 2023
She also sang patriotic songs, including Sohni Dharti, as well as countless ones for Pakistani films.
