I Am Black Beauty is a vibrant compilation capturing the unique artistry of Nahid Akhtar, one of Pakistan’s most influential ‘playback’ singers from the golden era of Lollywood cinema. Released by Finders Keepers Records, this 2017 collection showcases Akhtar's signature blend of soaring vocals, inventive arrangements, and dynamic interplay of pop, soul, funk, and South Asian influences that defined Lahore’s movie soundtracks of the late 1970s and 1980s.
This acclaimed release uncovers Akhtar's mesmerizing tracks from cult-classic films, each brimming with energy, global rhythms, and rich cinematic flair. Highly praised for her versatility and enduring impact, Nahid Akhtar’s work on I Am Black Beauty offers a fascinating listen for those drawn to overlooked gems of world music and the creative heights of South Asian stage and screen sounds.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Finders Keepers Records
- Genre: Pop, Folk, World, & Country, Stage & Screen
- Release Date: 2017
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TRACKS
A1. Badami Nainon Wale
A2. Naughty Boy
A3. Aisi Chalo Na Chaal Ke Dil Mera
A4. I Am Black Beauty
A5. Karye Pyar
B1. Yeh Aaj Mujhko Kya Huwa
B2. Good News For You
B3. Some Say I Am Sweety
B4. What Can I Do?
B5. Sheeshe Ki Botal
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