Grammy-winning DJ Fred again remixes viral Pakistani hit Pal Pal
British DJ and music producer Fred Again has put his own creative spin on the viral Pakistani hit Pal Pal, originally performed by Afusic and Ali Soomro, introducing the track to an even wider international audience.
Ali Soomro shared clips on Instagram showing the Grammy-winning artist performing his remix of Pal Pal during a livestream alongside Mexican music group Latin Mafia. The videos quickly caught the attention of fans, with Soomro expressing his excitement and gratitude over seeing one of the world’s most celebrated DJs embrace a song that began as a passion project.
Reflecting on the moment, Soomro said it reminded him of how unexpectedly music can connect people from different parts of the world. He described the experience as surreal, saying that watching Fred Again reinterpret the song made him realize how far Pal Pal had travelled since its humble beginnings.
The singer also looked back on the story behind the track, explaining that he and fellow artist Afusic, whose real name is Affan Khan, created Pal Pal simply because they loved making music. According to Soomro, neither of them expected the song to become a major success. Before its release, they had never earned any income from their music and were not trying to follow trends or create a commercial hit. Their only goal was to produce something meaningful that reflected their passion and creativity.
Soomro revealed that the journey was filled with hard work and dedication. He recalled spending countless late nights in the studio after completing their regular jobs, often sacrificing personal time to continue working on the song. He remembered how Afusic would arrive at the studio after finishing work, while he would already be there waiting with excitement to continue developing their music together. Those moments, he said, remain among his most treasured memories.
The singer also credited Spotify Pakistan for playing an important role in the song’s early success. He explained that when Pal Pal was first added to Spotify playlists, it gave the team confidence and motivation to keep believing in their work. Those early milestones encouraged them to continue pursuing their musical ambitions despite the challenges they faced.
Soomro also acknowledged Indian singer-songwriter Talwiinder, who later released his own version of Pal Pal. He thanked the artist for believing in the song and bringing a fresh perspective that helped introduce it to new listeners. According to Soomro, Talwiinder’s contribution added another dimension to the track and played an important role in its growing popularity across borders.
Concluding his message, Soomro expressed heartfelt appreciation to his team, collaborators and everyone who supported the project from the beginning. He said the song’s remarkable journey would not have been possible without the collective efforts of those who believed in it.
Since its release, Pal Pal has become one of Pakistan’s biggest musical successes. The track was ranked as the second most-streamed song in the country on Spotify Pakistan, reflecting its widespread popularity. Its success also elevated both Afusic and Ali Soomro into Spotify Pakistan’s list of the country’s most-streamed artists, where they secured the eighth and ninth positions respectively, marking a major milestone in their musical careers.
