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The icon of popular music, Ismet Peja, dies at the age of 83

The icon of popular music, Ismet Peja, dies at the age of 83
Illustrative Photo / Ismet Peja

Folk music icon Ismet Peja passes away at the age of 83.

The sad news was announced by his son, Visar Peja, who through a dedication on social networks wrote: “ I did not know otherwise, nor could I otherwise announce your departure from this life. Rest in peace that with us you have remained eternal. Greetings to my mother. "

Ismet Peja was born on April 27, 1937 in Gjakova. From a young age, he started playing music at the age of 13. His father, Musa Peja, was also a singer of Albanian melody. Peja passed away in the early hours of this Monday morning.

During his career he brought a series of projects such as "Knoma kangen as long as I live", "Robi grows old when he wants" and not only. Known mainly for old civic songs, Ismet Peja has been and will remain the pearl of Albanian music.

The icon of popular music, Ismet Peja, dies at the age of 83

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