The recent Facebook post by Sahir Ali Bagga has stirred a conversation in the music industry, shedding light on the importance of recognizing creators’ contributions. Bagga, a composer, expressed pride in his work and emphasized the significance of acknowledging the talent of Pakistani artists on a global scale.
In his post, Bagga highlighted his role in creating the hit song “Zaroori Tha,” which he described as a historical milestone in the Pakistani music industry. Despite the song’s massive success, Bagga expressed disappointment over not receiving proper recognition for his contribution to its success.
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He appealed for honesty and transparency in the industry, stating that he would not hesitate to call out anyone attempting to withhold credit from rightful creators. Bagga urged Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, the singer of “Zaroori Tha,” to acknowledge his contribution as the song’s creator.
Bagga supported his claims with evidence, including a video of Rahat Fateh Ali Khan discussing the song’s creation process, where Bagga’s name was not mentioned. He emphasized that despite repeated requests over ten years, his rights were not acknowledged, leading him to share his sentiments on social media.
The Express Tribune reached out to Khan’s team for comment but received no response at the time. Bagga’s post has sparked a conversation about the importance of recognizing creators’ contributions in the music industry and has raised questions about transparency and fairness in the industry’s practices.
