Morteza Pashaei facts for kids
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Morteza Pashaei
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![]() Pashaei in 2013
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Born | Aryashahr, Tehran, Iran
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11 August 1984
Died | 14 November 2014 Tehran, Iran
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(aged 30)
Resting place | Behesht-e Zahra Cemetery |
Nationality | Iranian |
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Years active | 2009–2014 |
Height | 176 cm (5 ft 9 in) |
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Morteza Pashaei (Persian: مرتضی پاشایی) was a famous Iranian musician, composer, and pop singer. He was born on August 11, 1984, and sadly passed away on November 14, 2014, at the age of 30. Morteza was known for his amazing voice and his ability to create beautiful music.
He grew up in Tehran, the capital city of Iran. From a young age, Morteza loved music. He started playing the guitar when he was just a kid. He also studied graphic design in college. Even though his life was short, he left a big mark on the music world.
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Early Life and Musical Beginnings
Morteza Pashaei was born in a part of Tehran called Aryashahr on August 11, 1984. His love for music began very early. He picked up the guitar when he was only fourteen years old. Besides the guitar, he also learned to play the piano. He was very talented with musical instruments.
Morteza went to Islamic Azad University. He studied graphic design there and finished his studies in 2009. Even while studying, his passion for music continued to grow.
Music Career and Popularity
Morteza Pashaei started his professional music journey in 2009. He began sharing his songs online, especially on websites like YouTube. This was a new and exciting way for artists to share their music back then. Morteza was known for being very creative and trying new things in his music.
He quickly became very popular. One of his most famous songs was "Yeki Hast," which means "There is Someone." This song came out in 2012 and became a huge hit. His unique style and emotional songs touched many people's hearts.
His Illness and Legacy
In late 2013, news came out that Morteza was very sick. He had a serious illness called stomach cancer. At first, his family tried to keep the news private. But soon, his official website announced that his concerts had to be canceled because he was unwell. A month later, he appeared on a TV show wearing a hat and talked about his health. He had already gone through a big surgery to try and help.
On November 3, 2014, Morteza was taken to a special part of Bahman Hospital for very sick patients. His doctors said that even in his final moments, Morteza was full of hope. He was excited about performing his first concert in Canada. He dreamed of starting a big international tour.
His friend and fellow singer, Farzad Farzin, promised to perform Morteza's songs in his honor. After Morteza passed away, he even received a special letter from a Canadian minister. The letter praised Morteza for sharing Iranian culture in Canada. It also recognized his amazing talent, calling him a legend in the Iranian community and around the world. Even while he was sick, Morteza cared about others. He took part in the Ice Bucket Challenge to help raise money for a good cause. He also encouraged his fans and other singers to help too.
Morteza Pashaei passed away on November 14, 2014, after a brave fight with his illness. He was only 30 years old. His funeral was held on November 16 at Vahdat Hall. He was buried at Behesht-e Zahra cemetery in a private ceremony that night. Millions of his fans came to say goodbye. They sang his songs together as he was laid to rest. Many famous people also attended his memorial. His passing brought many Iranian people together as they mourned the loss of this young legend. His funeral was one of the largest gatherings in Iran in many years.
Music Albums
Morteza Pashaei released several albums during his career. Here are some of them:
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2012 | There is Someone | یکی هست |
2010 | Unique Flower | گل بیتا |
2015 | The Name is Love | اسمش عشقه |
2015 | Unique Flower 2 (Bird) | (گُل بیتا ۲ (پرنده |
Morteza also released many single songs that were very popular. His music continues to be loved by many people today.