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Nihal Nelson, affectionately known as the "Baila Maestro" of Sri Lanka, has left an indelible mark on the island nation's music landscape. Born in 1946, he embarked on his musical journey in 1963. More than 4,000 songs which he recorded over his 60year old remarkable careercareer. Nihal Nelson's musical journey has spanned the eras of EPs, LPs, Cassettes & CDs. He has graced each format with his melodious voice & timeless compositions. From the classic vinyl era to the digital age of CDs. With a staggering 112 cassette releases to his name, he holds the record for being the most prolific cassette singer & the first-ever CD album (Salli Miti Ganan) in Sri Lanka. A true musical genius, Nihal is not just a singer but also a gifted lyricist and composer. Many of his songs are the product of his own creative pen and musical compositions, a testament to his versatile talent. In 2021, Nihal Nelson's village paid a heartfelt tribute to their beloved son of music. They renamed his home road in his honor (3Rd Lane to Nihal Nelson Mawatha), forever immortalizing his name and his contribution to their community and the world of music. Explore Nihal Nelson's extensive Spotify catalog, featuring hits like "Lasanata Pipunu (Rosa Malakui)," "Karuna Suwanda," "Epa Epa Mas Kannata," "Kukku Kook," "Baila Wendesiya," "Gune Aiyage Kamare," "Salli Miti Ganan," "Kawadi Baila," "Kinkini Handata," "Lasana Walakula," & more... Dive into the rhythms of Sri Lankan Baila & Pop with Nihal Nelson's music.