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Surjit Bindrakhia | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Surjit Singh Bains |
| Born | 15 April 1962 Rupnagar, Punjab, India |
| Origin | Bindrakh Pind (Rupnagar District) Punjab |
| Died | 17 November 2003 (aged 41) Mohali, Punjab, India |
| Genres | Punjabi Bhangra and Folk |
| Years active | 1985–2003 |
| Formerly of | Gurdas Maan, Gulshan Kumar |
Surjit Bindrakhia (born Surjit Bains; 15 April 1962 – 17 November 2003) was a singer from Punjab, India. He was known for his unique voice and hekh, in which he sings a note continuously in one breath.
His biggest hits include Meri Nath Dig Paye, Dupatta Tera Satrang Da, Lakk Tunoo Tunoo, Bas Kar Bas Kar, Mukhda Dekh Ke, Tera Yaar Bolda, and Jatt Di Pasand. Surjit is considered to have one of the greatest voices in Bhangra. He received a special jury award at the 2004 Filmfare Awards for his contribution to Punjabi music.[1]
- ^ "Etc claims win over Filmfare with Punjabi awards". Indiantelevision.com. 5 March 2004. Retrieved 21 October 2011.