It’s time again to see what’s hot on the Arabic Top 10 music charts! This month my pick is by the Lebanese singer, Naji Osta. I really like this one! It starts out with beautiful strains of a solo violin followed by vocals. The music ramps up in an almost classical Arabic way then the electric beat drops. It’s cool. I can’t wait for this one to become available for download for us in the […]
This month’s pick from the Arabic Top 10 is actually a remake by Hadi Daou of a popular song from over 20 years ago. The original version of “Kboush El Touti” (also known as “La Thezzi Kboush El Touti”) was recorded by Melhem Barakat, a Lebanese singer and songwriter. This song is actually a funny and light song with a dabke-type feel. According to my trusty native translator, the song is well-known and popular among […]
It’s time to check out the Arabic Top 10 charts again! This month Nancy Ajram is back on the charts with “Ma Tegi Hena” or “Come Over Here”. Even if you don’t recognize her name, I can almost guarantee you’ve heard some of Nancy Ajram’s other big hits, including Akasmak Ah, Lawn Eioynak and Ah Wa Noss! “Ma Tegi Hena” is the #1 song this week. This one has a nice relaxed but fun tempo […]
For several months now, I have run a monthly feature of a danceable pick from the Arabic Top 10 chart on the Daily Bellydance Quickies. Often I am able to get a translation, or at least a rough paraphrasing of the lyrics, for these new songs from native Arabic speakers. It is very important to have at least a basic understanding of a song’s mood and general idea if you plan to perform to it […]