Thousands of people gathered to pay their final respects to renowned Maldivian singer Mohamed Majid, widely known as Mezzo Mode, who passed away on Wednesday at the age of 59 due to a heart attack.

His funeral prayer was held at the Islamic Center after Asr prayer on Thursday, and he was laid to rest at Aa Saharaa Cemetery. Family, friends, and thousands of fans attended the funeral, honoring his contributions to Maldivian music.

Mezzo Mode began his music career in 1977 and became a leading figure in Maldivian music. His band, Mezzo, performed extensively across the Maldives and internationally, gaining recognition for their original Maldivian compositions. Their song Visna Visna made history as the first Maldivian track to be featured on the international music channel MTV.

His loss marks the end of an era for Maldivian music, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations.