6 Sufi Poets Known for Their Melodies

Sufi poets ranging from Amir Khusro to Bulleh Shah have visited the subcontinent. While Sufi culture is typically associated with Islam, great teachers such as Kabir took Sufism to the next level, using it as a spiritual thread to connect societies. The hypnotic melodies we hear today are a result of the rich literature written and preserved by the great Sufi poets who once toured the world and lead the enlightenment movement.

The audience is captivated not only by the performer of the music but also by the profundity of the words. Sufism and Urdu poetry have shaped the subcontinent’s history while also promoting spirituality and peace. Even though we live in the age of rap and hip-hop when a song like ‘Kun Faya Kun’ or ‘Khwaja Mere Khwaja’ plays in the background, the world comes to a halt. Sufi music has taken off like wildfire, thanks to famous outlets like Coke Studio and Nescafe Basement. It is therapy for some, love for others, and a sinful pleasure for still others.
Sufi music is one of classical music’s many categories, and it has its unique attraction. Hundreds of prophetic poetry have been composed by many great Sufi poets from the subcontinent.

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