Pathanay Khan was a Pakistani folk singer, known for his powerful and emotive voice. He was particularly famous for singing kafis, a style of Sufi poetry that originated in the Sindh region of Pakistan. Khan's music often dealt with themes of love, spirituality, and social issues, and he was widely regarded as one of the most important and influential folk singers in Pakistan.

Throughout his career, Pathanay Khan released many albums and performed at numerous concerts and festivals, both in Pakistan and internationally. He was celebrated for his unique voice and his ability to convey the emotions and spirit of the kafis he sang. Khan's music continues to be popular and influential to this day, and he remains an important figure in Pakistani folk music.