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Who Started Rap in Pakistan?

Published in Pakistani Music 1 min read

Fakhar-e-Alam is widely credited with starting rap in Pakistan.

Pakistani artists began experimenting with rap and hip-hop music in the early 1990s. Fakhar-e-Alam's 1993 debut album, Rap Up, featured the track "Bhangra Pao," which is commonly acknowledged as the first commercially released rap song in Pakistan. While influences likely existed prior, "Bhangra Pao" marked a significant moment in popularizing the genre within the country.

While other artists may have been exploring similar sounds around the same time, Fakhar-e-Alam's release garnered significant attention and is historically recognized as the starting point for rap music in Pakistan. He played a crucial role in introducing and popularizing the genre, paving the way for future generations of Pakistani rappers.