LAHORE – Renowned Punjabi singer Tariq Tafu passed away in Lahore on Tuesday after a brief illness, marking a significant loss for the country’s music industry.
He was the son of legendary tabla maestro Tafu Khan, a celebrated figure in Pakistan’s classical music tradition who collaborated with several leading musicians over the course of his career.
Tariq Tafu built a successful career as a singer in his own right and was widely recognised for his popular track Lahore Lahore Aye, which became particularly associated with Lahore’s cultural celebrations and festive occasions.
The song, often played during local festivals, earned widespread popularity and became one of his most recognisable works among Punjabi music listeners.
According to family sources, the singer had been undergoing treatment for his condition prior to his death.
His passing has drawn condolences from across the music community, with fans and fellow artists expressing grief over the loss of a prominent voice in Punjabi music.
Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
