Ali Zafar is a Pakistani pop and rock singer-songwriter. He debuted as a singer with song "Channo" in 2003, and sang his first movie song "Jugnuon Se Bhar De Aanchal" in the same year. He has released four studio albums and has composed three soundtrack albums. He has sung for Hindi cinema from 2010 to 2016. His discography also includes songs for Pakistani films and dramas. He also has recorded many singles, covers, poetries, and has sung for TV commercials and brands, notably Coke Studio Pakistan, ISPR, and Pakistan Super League.
In 2011, Zafar named his independent record label as Alif Records. In September 2015, he established a studio in his new house and named it Lightingale Studios. In February 2020, he launched Lightingale Records, a music label with an intention to mentor and highlight the talents of new artists.