Sajjad Ali Says Pakistan Idol Contestants Could Win By Singing His Songs

Veteran singer Sajjad Ali has made an interesting observation about the current season of Pakistan Idol, suggesting that contestants could easily win the competition if they sang his songs. However, he revealed a simple but significant reason why this isn’t happening.

The popular musical reality show, which has returned to television after nearly a decade, features a judges’ panel including Bilal Maqsood, Fawad Khan, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, and Zeb Bangash. While the show is a hit, viewers and the singer himself have noticed that his classic hits are absent from the contestants’ performances.

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When asked about this at a recent event, Sajjad Ali clarified that the show’s producers do not own the rights to his songs. “The Pakistan Idol management contacted me regarding the rights to my songs, but the matter couldn’t be settled due to budget issues,” he explained.

He pointed out that this is why audiences see multiple contestants repeatedly singing the same handful of songs—because the show only has the rights to a limited catalogue.

The singer stood by the quality and challenge of his work, stating that he, along with a few other unnamed artists, has created songs with difficult and important melodies. He confidently claimed that if contestants were to sing his songs, they would win the competition.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Why are Sajjad Ali’s songs not being sung on Pakistan Idol?
The main reason is that the show’s management does not have the copyrights or rights to use his songs. A deal could not be reached, reportedly due to budget constraints.

2. What did Sajjad Ali mean by saying contestants could win with his songs?
He believes that his songs are melodically complex and impactful. Performing them well would allow a contestant to showcase great vocal skill and emotional depth, which could impress the judges enough to win.

3. Why do contestants keep repeating the same songs on the show?
This is a direct result of the copyright issue. The show only has the legal rights to a specific collection of songs, so contestants are limited to choosing from that pool.

4. Did the Pakistan Idol team try to get the rights?
Yes, according to Sajjad Ali, the show’s management did contact him to negotiate the rights for his songs, but the talks were unsuccessful.

5. Is Sajjad Ali criticizing the show?
Not directly. He is simply stating a factual reason (copyrights) for why his songs are absent and expressing his confidence in the competitive advantage his music could provide.