Nikollë Nikprelaj

Nikollë Nikprelaj
Born	Tuzi, Montenegro
Genres	Albanian folkloric

Nikollë Nikprelaj (Montenegrin: Nikola Nikpreljaj) is an Albanian singer from Tuzi, Montenegro. Nikprelaj began his professional career in his late teens. He is now the lead singer for the Albanian folk group "Besa Trieshit", which has won first place in Albanian concerts and festivals in Montenegro, Kosovo and Albania. Nikprelaj plays several traditional instruments, including the lahuta, çiftelia, sharkia, and the bylbyli (flute). He plays traditional Albanian music featuring his instruments and vocals.

Nikprelaj took second place in the song contest Polifestit 2008 and the RTV21 award for his song "Syrin mos ia shkel" (translated "Eye Not to Tread"). He also performs concerts to provide humanitarian aid to organizations benefiting children with special needs.

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