[4] The Government of Bangladesh awarded him the Ekushey Padak, the country's highest civilian decoration, in 2001.

[3] Beyond Baulism, Karim's multidisciplinary contribution to several sectors including Body theory, Sufism, Ma'rifa, and Revolutionary music[6] has made him one of the enduring examples of Bangladeshi secular pluralism.

[3] In 1957, Karim began living in Ujan Dhol, a village near his home, with his wife, Aftabunnesa Bibi, whom he adoringly called Sarala (A simple girl).

The album was heavily influenced by Bangladeshi British musicians of Sylheti origin, such as Kaya; who were acquainted with Karim's music.

Subsequently, several famous Bangladeshi artists including Dolchut and Muza sang their own renditions of Karim's songs.