Sornkhiri Sriprachuap (1946–1972) was a celebrated Thai luk thung singer, renowned for his emotive voice and heartfelt performances. Born Sornchai Thongprasong in Samut Songkhram Province, he began his musical journey singing popular songs during breaks from work. Despite initial setbacks, Sornkhiri's dedication led him to form his own band, "Ruam Dao Muang Pran," and eventually adopt the stage name bestowed by a provincial governor. Under the mentorship of Kru Paiboon Butkhan, he released his debut album featuring hits like "Nam Toum" and "Maekha Ta Kom." His contributions have left a lasting impact on the luk thung genre. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sornkhiri_Sriprachuap?utm_source=openai))