On the fourth death anniversary of the legendary playback singer SP Balasubramanyam, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin made a significant announcement yesterday. The main road of Chennai’s Nungambakkam Kamdar Nagar where SPB lived will carry his name henceforth: ‘SP Balasubrahmanyam Road’. This is somewhat a tribute considering his unparalleled contribution to Indian music and other arts.
The Chief Minister’s office press release called SPB a legend who left an all-time legacy behind because he was a multi-talented artist who, for more than five decades, had held the hearts of the people of Tamil Nadu through his melodious voice. He sang over 40,000 songs in more than one language and left an all-time mark not only as a playback singer but also as a music composer, actor, and performer.
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The government of India recognized his valuable contributions through the prestigious Padma Shri and Padma Vibhushan awards. The statement also pointed out that he was close to former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi and that though time has parted him physically, SPB lives in the minds of millions.
It is SP Charan, son of SPB, an iconic playback singer and producer in his own right. He thanked the Tamil Nadu government for this special tribute to his father.
SP Balasubramanyam passed away on 25th September 2020, due to health complications contracted as a secondary impact from being diagnosed with COVID-19. Indian music lovers as well as fans he left millions across the world. This gesture will ensure his memory down the timeline.
