Omer Nadeem
Omer Nadeem عمر ندیم | |
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 Omer Nadeem in his studio, Lahore, Pakistan, April 2013 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Muhammad Omer Nadeem |
| Also known as | Omer Nadeem |
| Born | October 23, 1988 Lahore, Pakistan |
| Genres | Pop, rock, acoustic, EDM, bedroom pop, Bollywood, Filmi, R&B, Trap |
| Occupation(s) | singer, songwriter, composer, music producer, accountant (ACCA), entrepreneur |
| Instruments | Vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, piano |
| Years active | 2001–present |
| Labels | T-Series, Moviebox, Fire Records (Pakistan), The Orchard Enterprises, Hi-Tech Music, Omer Nadeem Music, Revolve Records, Pristine Records, Allied Records |
| Formerly of | Jal (band), Sifaar (band), Roxen (band) |
| Spouse(s) | Farah Omer (m. 2015) |
| Website | http://omernadeem.com |
Muhammad Omer Nadeem, widely known as Omer Nadeem, is a Pakistani British singer, songwriter, composer, music producer, and entrepreneur. He is known for singing in Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, and English. Nadeem opened Pakistan's first Console Gaming Lounge, 'Eclectic Vibrations,' in DHA, Lahore, in 2010.[1][2][3]
Early Life[change | change source]
Omer Nadeem was born and raised in Lahore, Pakistan, in a Muslim family. His father served in the Pakistan Armed Forces, retiring as Lieutenant Colonel, and his mother was a retired Physics Professor.[4] His musical inclination began in childhood, influenced by artists like Michael Jackson, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Mohammed Rafi, and bands like Junoon and Vital Signs.[5]
Nadeem attended Garrison Academy for Boys and later studied at Government College University, Lahore, earning his BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University. He moved to the United Kingdom, where he completed an MBA in International Business from Coventry University and became a qualified Chartered Certified Accountant.
Career[change | change source]
2001–2004: Nadeem started his musical journey with Jal (Band) in 2001, later forming his band, Sifaar, in 2004. Despite Sifaar's brief tenure, Nadeem continued to contribute to the music scene.[6][7]
2008: After a hiatus, Nadeem returned as a solo artist with the release of 'Dil Ka Diya' and collaborated with Khiza on the album 'Turning Point.'[8][9]
2011–2018: Nadeem continued to release songs, including 'Teri Yaad' and 'Girti Deewar.' He also performed at prestigious venues like Wembley Arena.[10][11]
2021–2022: Notable releases include the album 'Tera Ho Jaun,' featuring the songs 'Tum Na Aoge' and 'Tera Ho Jaun.' He collaborated with Zack Knight on 'Kamlee' and released 'Monotonic' with Mo-Hajir.[12][13]
December 2023: Nadeem became involved in a controversy surrounding Sonu Nigam's song 'Sun Zara,' accusing plagiarism.[14] Nigam publicly apologized,[15] acknowledging the unintentional dispute, sparking discussions on intellectual property in cross-border collaborations.[16][17][18][19]
Bollywood[change | change source]
Nadeem contributed to Bollywood with songs like 'Sau Baar' from 'Yamla Pagla Deewana' and 'Baat Jo Thi (Yeh Dooriyan)' from 'Yeh Dooriyan.' He also sang for the Lollywood film 'Hijrat.'[20][21]
Drama OSTs[change | change source]
Nadeem lent his voice to several drama OSTs, including 'Kis Tarah' (Samjhauta Express), 'Teri Meri Dosti,' 'Tu Mila Hai' (Mera Naam Yousuf Hai), and 'Rung.'[22][23]
| Year | Song | Drama | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Kis Tarah | Samjhauta Express | |
| 2012 | Teri Meri Dosti | Teri Meri Dosti | Composed and written by Tausif Ali |
| 2014 | Rung | Rung | Collaboration with Kiran Chaudhry |
| 2015 | Tu Mila Hai | Mera Naam Yousuf Hai |
Personal Life[change | change source]
Muhammad Omer Nadeem married Farah Omer in Lahore on August 28, 2015, and they have a daughter named Mishal Jehan Omer.
Discography[change | change source]
| Year | Song | Film / Serial / Album / EP | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Hadd Se | The Classics | Single - Sifaar Band / Omer Nadeem |
| 2005 | Bisaat | Single - Sifaar Band / Omer Nadeem | |
| 2008 | Dil Ka Diya - Forgetting | The Classics | Single |
| 2009 | Aey Khuda | Turning Point | Collaboration with Khiza |
| 2009 | Dil Ka Diya | Turning Point | Collaboration with Khiza |
| 2009 | Laut Aana - Bonus Track | Turning Point | Collaboration with Khiza |
| 2010 | Dil Ka Diya - Dance Mix | Turning Point | Collaboration with Khiza |
| 2010 | Tham Zara | Spanish Beauty / My Brother's Wife | Single |
| 2011 | Sau Baar | Yamla Pagla Deewana | Co-singer Shreya Ghoshal |
| 2011 | Baat Jo Thi (Yeh Dooriyan) | Yeh Dooriyan | Single |
| 2011 | Yeh Dooriyan Remix | Yeh Dooriyan | Single |
| 2011 | Baat Jo Thi Yeh Dooriyan (Unplugged Studio Rehearsal) | Yeh Dooriyan | Single |
| 2011 | Teri Yaad | Collaboration with Khiza | |
| 2012 | Teri Meri Dosti | Teri Meri Dosti | OST |
| 2012 | Teri Yaad - No One's Like You | The Classics | Co-singer Myra Nadeem |
| 2012 | Kin Raaston Pay | The Classics | Single |
| 2012 | Kis Tarah | Samjhauta Express | OST |
| 2014 | Rung | Rung | OST co-singer Kiran Chaudhry |
| 2014 | Girti Deewar - You are the Change | The Classics | Single |
| 2015 | Tu Aas Hai Meri | Single | |
| 2015 | Pyaray Baba / Pyari Beti | Gao Suno Badlo | OST co-singer Zenab Fatimah |
| 2015 | Tu Mila Hai | Mera Naam Yousuf Hai | OST co-singer Zenab Fatimah |
| 2015 | Abhi Mujh Mein Kahin - A Tear Drop | New Renditions | Single |
| 2015 | Naide Naide - Come Closer | New Renditions | Single |
| 2015 | Raabta - Heart Connects | New Renditions | Single |
| 2015 | Mere Bina - A Heart Prayer | New Renditions | Single |
| 2015 | Ek Baari | Collaboration with Khiza | |
| 2016 | Dildariyan | Collaboration with Khiza | |
| 2016 | Hai Sun Raha Khuda | Hijrat | Co-singer Sara Raza Khan |
| 2016 | Jab Koi Baat / Love Me Like You Do | Single | |
| 2017 | Jadon Yaad | Collaboration with Khiza | |
| 2017 | Jadon Yaad - Unplugged Live | Collaboration with Khiza | |
| 2017 | Mere Rashke Qamar | Collaboration with Khiza | |
| 2018 | Hadh Unplugged | Single | |
| 2020 | Sun Zara | Single - Kamaal R. Khan (KRK) and Sapna Gill | |
| 2021 | Tum Na Aoge | Tera Ho Jaun | Single |
| 2021 | Tera Ho Jaun | Tera Ho Jaun | Single |
| 2021 | Kabhi Raastay Ka Pata Diya | Naat | |
| 2021 | Labon Ko | Single | |
| 2022 | Kin Raaston Pay (Electric Version) | Tera Ho Jaun | Single |
| 2022 | Jaaneman Sun Zara | Deshdrohi 2 | Single - Kamaal R. Khan (KRK) and Sapna Gill |
| 2022 | Tujhe Dekha | Tera Ho Jaun | Single |
| 2022 | Laut Ana | Tera Ho Jaun | Single |
| 2022 | Marhaba | Naat | |
| 2022 | Dil | Single | |
| 2022 | Kamlee | I Am Zack Knight | Collaboration with Zack Knight |
| 2022 | Tu Apna Nahi | Tera Ho Jaun | Single |
| 2022 | Monotonic | Collaboration with Mo-Hajir | |
| 2023 | Sanu Ek Pal Mashup | Single |
References[change | change source]
- ↑ "April 22, 2009 - Lahore - 23,". The Nation. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "Omer Nadeem Similar artists, top songs and much more - similar-artists.com". www.similar-artist.info. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "Pictures of multi-talented Omer Nadeem, whose latest song 'Tum Na Aoge' goes viral | Photogallery - ETimes". photogallery.indiatimes.com. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ Ahmed, Shaheer (2021-11-02). "Omer Nadeem- Tera Hojaun". Neemopani. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "Mixcloud". www.mixcloud.com. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ Dar, Hamad (2009-02-20). "Khiza Signed Omer Nadeem For His Own Label". Koolmuzone. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "Khiza and Omer Nadeem team up for 'Teri Yaad'". Desi-Box.com. 2011-09-22. Archived from the original on 2023-10-22. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "The Classics, Omer Nadeem". Qobuz. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ Shaikh, Rizwan (2014-08-28). "Omer Nadeem - Girti Deewar (Listen/Download Mp3)". Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "Abrar-ul Haq, Eylem , Hadiqa Kiani, Meesha Shafi, Amanat Ali, Maria Meer , Omer Nadeem , Junai Kaden , Sama Blake Khiza, Soni-j , Sumon , Vanquish (2), Ying Yang, Uzma Ali, Laila Khalid London Tickets at OVO Arena, Wembley on 1st June 2014". Ents24. 2014-06-01. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "BBC Asian Network - New Music Showcase, Zack Knight: Full Set". BBC. 2015-05-02. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ Team, Media (2016-04-21). "Khiza ft Omer Nadeem – Dildariyaan (Out Now)". BhangraReleases.com / Music 4 U. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ Khiza feat. Omer Nadeem – Jadon Yaad, retrieved 2023-12-29
- ↑ "Sonu Nigam apologises to Pakistani singer Omer Nadeem after he accuses him of plagiarism: 'I would have never sung it if…'". The Indian Express. 2023-12-14. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "Music and Singers News: Latest Music and Songs News, Music Albums and Singers News". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "Interview with Khiza". Desi-Box.com. 2009-09-17. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "Khiza - Turning Point - PRESS RELEASE!". Desi-Box.com. 2009-06-29. Archived from the original on 2023-10-22. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ Admin, Desi (2018-01-24). "Have you heard Omer Nadeem's HADH unplugged?". DesiMag. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "Sonu Nigam reacts to Pakistani singer Omer Nadeem's plagiarism claims". India Today. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "Sonu Nigam responds to Omer Nadeem's plagiarism accusations". The Express Tribune. 2023-12-13. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "Sonu Nigam apologises to Pakistani singer after plagiarism accusation for KRK's 'Sun Zara'". www.mensxp.com. 2023-12-14. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "Sonu Nigam REACTS To Pakistani Singer Omer Nadeem's Plagiarism Claims: KRK Is My Neighbour, Couldn't Refuse..." TimesNow. 2023-12-15. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ↑ "Sonu Nigam Addresses Controversy Surrounding Pakistani Singer Omer Nadeem's Plagiarism Accusations". English Jagran. 2023-12-14. Retrieved 2023-12-29.