The Arab music scene witnessed unprecedented momentum throughout 2025, as competition intensified between top-tier stars and emerging voices that managed to strongly establish themselves.
Success was no longer measured solely by radio airplay or live concerts, but increasingly by digital performance, most notably on YouTube, where several songs managed to surpass the 100 million views mark, turning into long-lasting musical phenomena.
In this context, the following list highlights the ten most-watched Arabic songs of 2025, reflecting the diversity of musical tastes across classical Arabic emotion, drama, and modern youth-driven rhythms.
10. “Sahhak El Shawq” – Fadl Shaker (121 million views)
Released on August 25, the song was written and composed by Jumana Jamal and arranged by Hossam Saabi. Built on the Bayati maqam with a Maqsoum rhythm, the track delivered an emotionally sincere experience that marked Fadl Shaker’s strong return to the summer music race.
9. “El Harbayn” – Bisan Ismail (122 million views)
Released in January, the song was written and composed by Bisan Ismail in collaboration with her mother and produced by Fouad Jneid. The track reinforced Bisan’s ability to combine massive popularity with a distinct artistic identity.
8. “Skaba” – Al Akhras (130 million views)
The Jordanian artist ranked eighth with a song inspired by a real personal experience. Presented with a folkloric Eastern spirit, “Skaba” marked a key milestone in Al Akhras’ artistic journey in 2025.
7. “Haflet Tanakoria” – Rahma Mohsen (144 million views)
The song gained additional popularity through its association with the TV series Fahd El Batal. Written by Malak Adel and composed by Mostafa El Assal, it gave Rahma Mohsen a significant boost both musically and as an actress.
6. “Kifak ‘A Fraqi” – Fadl Shaker & Mohamed Shaker (157 million views)
This family collaboration between Fadl Shaker and his son Mohamed delivered a deeply human portrayal of loss and longing, resonating strongly with Arab audiences.
5. “Doctor” – El Shami (174 million views)
El Shami made a major impact with this song, driven by its unique visual concept known as the “Dance of Pain,” which helped it become one of the most widely shared tracks on social media platforms.
4. “Malikat Jamal El Kawn” – Tamer Hosny & El Shami (176 million views)
This summer duet blended Egyptian and Lebanese dialects with high-energy music. Shot in Damour, the song created a vibrant summer atmosphere that appealed to a wide audience.
3. “Baba” – Amr Diab (190 million views)
Amr Diab continued to dominate the charts with a song built on simple lyrics and a modern beat, keeping the “Haddaba” at the top of trending lists throughout the summer.
2. “Ahla Rasma” – Fadl Shaker (224 million views)
The song revived the calm romantic style for which Fadl Shaker is known, reaffirming the lasting emotional impact of his voice on Arab listeners.
1. “Khatyya” – Bisan Ismail (310 million views)
Claiming the top spot, Bisan Ismail once again dominated with a massive 310 million views. The song marked a defining moment in her career and in her collaboration with producer Fouad Jneid, becoming the most prominent digital release of 2025.
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