Bappi Lahiri, an Indian musician, and composer who popularised disco music in the 1980s and 1990s died of OSA at 69. (obstructive sleep apnea). When Bappi was rushed to the hospital at midnight, his blood pressure was low.
The singer-composer, who was recognized for his songs in various films of the late 1970s and 1980s, was a recognizable face for many with his signature gold chains that he wore for good luck.
Did it bring him a good fortune?
Bappi Lahiri was the king of gold. “Gold is my lucky charm,” Bappi Lahiri previously said in a media interview about his affinity for metal.
My mother handed me a gold chain with a locket engraved with God’s name when I recorded for Zakhmi. Mrs. Lahiri told me that gold was extremely optimistic when I got married. My gold chains grew in size as my marriage and career progressed. But the gold Ganpati that I wear around my neck does keep me safe.
When someone wears gold chains nowadays, they are accused of mimicking Bappida. Only a few people have such a perception of themselves. Elton John wore a hat, Michael Jackson wore sunglasses, and Elvis Presley wore a gold cross.” He had also stated that these well-known personalities greatly impacted him. After witnessing them, he did the same to develop his style.
Bappi Da has even addressed being trolled for being the Goldman, but he doesn’t seem to mind and once remarked, “People make fun of me, but I can’t help it; gold is my lucky color. Like my music, it’s my pehchaan “. There was no one quite like Bappi Da!