A Qawwali night at a university in Lahore, Pakistan, took an unexpected turn when Canadian pop star Justin Bieber’s iconic hit “Baby” was performed with a traditional Qawwali twist. The performance has since gone viral on social media, captivating audiences worldwide.
The video, widely shared on Instagram, shows a group of professional Qawwals reinterpreting the upbeat pop song, transforming it into a soulful, trance-like Sufi piece. The fusion of traditional instruments like the harmonium and tabla gave the track an entirely new rhythm, blending Western pop with the essence of Qawwali.
The lively crowd in Lahore was clearly enthralled by the performance, with many dancing and applauding the innovative adaptation. The event highlighted the global appeal of Bieber’s 2010 hit while showcasing the versatility of Sufi music.
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This isn’t the first time “Baby” has been reimagined in Pakistan. Previously, the “Justin Bibis,” Pakistani sisters Maqadas and Saniyah, garnered attention for their rendition of the song, which led them to perform on the popular platform Coke Studio.
The Qawwali rendition of “Baby” serves as a testament to the power of music to bridge cultures, blending traditions to create something uniquely captivating.
