Legendary Fayrouz Turns 85

Today, the legendary Lebanese singer Fayrouz turns 85 years old. She is one of the most famous artists in the history of Arabic music.

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Her fans always link her music to various occasions like cold early morning, Valentine's Day, and rainy days. In addition, her voice can twist her listeners' mood from gray to a cheerful one.

In her voice's presence, the taste of coffee and the sounds of rain are more enjoyable. Furthermore, her voice brings the smell of the green Lebanese mountains.

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Born in 1935, she started her career as a singer for the national Lebanese radio stations. Then, the head of the Lebanese Radio Haliem El Roumi who supported her career.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zefp1J2QV9Y

In the 1950s, her voice was united with the outstanding musical compositions of the Rahbani brothers. Both succeeded in enriching the memory of Arabic music with magnificent and unforgettable hits and musical plays such as "Mais El Rim," "Lolo," "Baiaa' El Khawatem," and "El Mahata."

She also cooperated with a number of the best lyricists and composers including her son Ziad El Rahbani and Mohamed Abdel Wahab.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xUyKgl1vEuI

Her enormous discography and repertoire include 800 songs, 400 albums, and 15 musical plays.

Last September, the French president Macron awarded her the "Legion of Honor,” the highest French distinction of military and civil merits.

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