Tariq Tafu, singer behind 'Lahore Lahore Aye', passes away at 58
Home Punjabi folk singer had reportedly been receiving treatment for severe abdominal pain Singer Tariq Tafu, best known for his widely popular Punjabi hit Lahore Lahore Aye, passed away on Monday at the age of 58, leaving behind a legacy in Pakistani folk and contemporary Punjabi music. Tafu's death was reportedly confirmed after he was taken to a hospital in Lahore, where he was receiving treatment for severe abdominal pain. The late singer belonged to a deeply musical family. He was the grandson of renowned music producer and tabla maestro Ustad Tafu and the son-in-law of legendary ghazal singer Ustad Ghulam Ali. Just a day before his death, Tafu shared a heartfelt message on Facebook marking Father’s Day. In his post, he remembered his late father and grandfather, writing, “Life is nothing with you." The post also included throwback photographs of the three, reflecting his emotional connection with his family’s musical heritage.
Published: June 23, 2026 1:05 pm
Source: The Express Tribune — Read original