It is a great honor for the music world of South Asia, as the iconic Sufi anthem ‘Dama Dam Mast Qalandar’ by legendary vocalist Runa Laila—whose career spans six decades and 18 languages—has been officially released on Coke Studio Bangla’s YouTube channel.
Following the announcement of Coke Studio Bangla’s Season Three, there was widespread speculation among fans regarding Runa Laila’s participation. Although the management remained silent for a long period, the singer herself had confirmed last year that she had recorded a track, without revealing its details.
The release of the song had been delayed due to the show’s prolonged hiatus. However, to honor the artist, Coke Studio Bangla released this eighth song of the season today, coinciding with Runa Laila’s 73rd birthday.
The release of ‘Dama Dam Mast Qalandar’ is being celebrated by fans as another historic tribute to her magnificent singing. It is important to note that Runa Laila was the first artist to record this powerful Sufi composition, and it marked the official beginning of her global fame. This anthem continues to be immensely popular across the Indian subcontinent, having been performed by hundreds of artists over the past four decades.
