Shah Abdul Karim (February 15, 1916 - September 12, 2009; Bengali: শাহ আবদুল করিম), was one of the most famous legends of Bangladeshi folk music. He specialized in Bengali Baul music. Born and brought up in the village of Ujan Dhol, in Derai Upazila(Thana) of Sunamganj, he lived there until his death. He was awarded the Ekushey Padok in the year 2001 for his outstanding musical achievements. His contribution reflected by the modern singer Habib Wahid. He also received Drouhee Kotha-shahitayk Abdur Rouf Choudhury Award in 2000. He died in Sylhet on 12 September, 2009 at 7:58 am Bangladesh time due to respiratory problems[1]
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