Justin Bieber's Baby gets qawwali twist at Lahore University event

hindustantimes.com January 11, 2025, 06:01 AM UTC

Justin Bieber's song "Baby" was recently reimagined as a qawwali performance at a university event in Lahore, Pakistan. This unique rendition combined traditional Sufi music with the pop hit, featuring instruments like the harmonium and tabla. The performance quickly went viral on social media, attracting mixed reactions. Many viewers praised the creative fusion, while others humorously commented on the transformation. The event showcased how music can bridge cultural divides. Originally released in 2010, "Baby" became a global hit and solidified Bieber's fame. In 2023, it reached over a billion streams on Spotify, marking a significant milestone in his career.


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