After this, Elias proceeded on his journey and went to join Yared Music School, which is in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, majoring in cello, piano and the traditional instrument kirar.

[6] Some of the artists whose albums were composed by Elias are Teddy Afro, Gossaye Tesfaye, Mikaya Behailu, Eyob Mekonnen, Zeritu Kebede, Tigist Bekele, Haile Roots, Gete Anley, Berry, and Leul Hailu.

There are also many other songs which played by famous Ethiopian artists, namely: Eyob Mekonnen, Zeritu Kebede, Haile Root, Leul Hailu, Gete Anley, and Berry.

I sincerely hope that the Almighty God may place his soul in heaven and give comfort to all his fans, friends, relatives and colleagues.

"[10] The Mayor of Addis Ababa Takele Uma Banti expressed his condolences on Twitter said "Saddened to learn the passing of renowned lyricist and composer, Elias Melka.