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Singer Sami Yusuf Donating Profits From 'Hear Your Call' Single To Pakistan Flood Relief

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First Posted: 9/2/10 Updated: 5/25/11

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BBC:

British singer-songwriter Sami Yusuf, dubbed "Islam's biggest rock star", is donating profits from his latest single to help flood victims in Pakistan.

Born in Iran, but raised in the UK, the singer is urging fans to recognise the ongoing plight of those affected by the floods.

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