When we had the Super Golden Chimes reunion concerts in Sri Lanka he gave his studio for practices and rehearsals for one whole week. Sunil loved my songs and made it a point to join me on stage doing harmony and playing the guitar. “I have gone on two tours to USA with The Gypsies and it was fun all the way. I will miss him forever.” Chitral Somapala The best times I had with him was during gigs, we laughed and he said a lot of philosophical things and the way he condemned all governments was really fair and that’s my style of a person. He was an icon and I knew him since I was a kid because he was my brother’s classmate at St. “It’s a big loss for the music industry and the whole of Sri Lanka.
His demise is mourned by many artistes including those whom he has mentored to those who had shared the stage with him and those who associated with him during his life time. From ‘Oye Ojaye’ to ‘Lowe Sama’ his songs had a message to all listeners. His presence mesmerised audiences, not only with his humor but for touching the hearts of his fans with a variety of songs with meaningful lyrics. His striking attire, often comprising a bright coloured jacket, black T shirt, a dazzling cross around his neck and a hat put a smile on every person’s face.
It was not difficult to spot the late Sunil Perera on a stage.
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