Waderai Ka Beta

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"Waderai Ka Beta"
Song by Ali Gul Pir
Language Urdu
ReleasedJune 2012
Length3:00
Music video
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Waderai Ka Beta is satirical comedy song released in June 2012 by Ali Gul Pir. The song hits out at the typical feudal culture found in Pakistan. [1]

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Satirical Message

The video and the lyrics revolves around a guy who boasts about his family power, status and money. The song satirically points at the lavish life style of a feudal in Pakistan. Commenting about the song the singer Ali Gul Pir said, "The track is a dig at influential people who misuse their authority, The subject could be anyone from the sons of bureaucrats to tribal leaders." [2]

Reception

The song became an instant hit soon after it was first uploaded on YouTube on June 14, 2012. [3]

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References

  1. Jafer, Shabih (16 June 2012). "Ali Gul Pir – The Brains Behind – Waderai Ka Beta". aaj.tv. Retrieved 8 April 2014.
  2. "Best Mooch Award and Waderai Ka Beta". tribune.com.pk. 13 July 2012. Retrieved 8 April 2014.
  3. "Tete-a-tete with the man behind 'Waderai ka Beta'". tribune.com.pk. 18 June 2012. Retrieved 8 April 2014.