marwan moussa
marwan moussa
Genres: rap, egypt, arabic, Hip-Hop, 5awal
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About marwan moussa
Marwan Moussa, born on January 10, 1995, in Cairo, Egypt, is a multifaceted artist known for his work as a rapper, producer, and actor. Originally named Marwan Mohamed Ali Moussa, he studied film in Italy at The American University of Rome before shifting to sound engineering in Los Angeles in 2016. His early exposure to cinema and music laid the foundation for his creative career. Breakthrough and Style Marwan began his music career in 2016, blending Egyptian cultural elements like mahraganat (a local electronic folk genre) with hip-hop and trap. His 2019 album Propaganda solidified his status in the Egyptian rap scene, while hits like "El Bosla Da3et" (2019) and "Sheraton" (2021) became viral sensations. His music often reflects social issues and personal struggles, emphasizing authenticity over commercial trends. Collaborations and Global Recognition [*]In 2022, he collaborated on Coke Studio's African remix of "Pasoori" with Ali Sethi and Reekado Banks. [*]His 2023 single "Rajieen", featuring 24 artists from 11 MENA countries, raised awareness about the Palestinian crisis. [*]By 2023, Spotify ranked him as the third most-streamed Arab hip-hop artist in the MENA region. Acting Marwan made his acting debut in the short film Smokey Eyes (2023), directed by Ali Ali, who also helmed the music video for his hit "Tesla". Fifth Studio Album: AL RAGOL ALZY FQAD QLBO In May 2025, Marwan Moussa released his fifth album, AL RAGOL ALZY FQAD QLBO (The Man Who Lost His Heart). The album was originally conceived as five EPs, each representing a stage of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. It was designed like therapy sessions, where Marwan explored his emotions and personal experiences through melancholic, emotional soundscapes. Each EP contained 2–3 songs centered around a specific emotional state, and they were planned to come together to form the complete album. Initially, the album was titled "Restart", but Marwan changed it to "AL RAGOL ALZY FQAD QLBO" after reading *The Man Who Lost His Shadow* by Fathy Ghanem. The novel’s concept of multiple perspectives resonated with him, but he felt "heart" was more fitting than "shadow" due to the deeply emotional nature of his loss. He also believed “Restart” lacked the dramatic weight to reflect the album’s depth. After releasing the first phase, **Denial**, and receiving less response than expected, Marwan decided to expand the project both musically and visually. He traveled to the U.S. to further develop the album, adding new tracks and music videos to enrich the experience. The album ultimately grew to include 23 tracks, featuring collaborations with Donia Wael, Lege-Cy, Afroto, and Hleem Taj Alser. In 2024, Marwan previewed tracks such as “Fahman Donia” and performed “Ba2es” live in Saudi Arabia for the first time. It also saw the official release of “Hena Sawad,” originally made in 2019 and leaked in 2022 via Telegram. On April 19, 2025, “Bos Ya Kbeer” was leaked alongside the full tracklist on Apple Music. On April 27, 2025, Marwan dropped three songs at once: “Fawateer El 3etab,” “Fahman Donia,” and “El 3nwan.” The full album was officially released on May 5, 2025 across all platforms. Marwan also confirmed a Deluxe Edition of the album will release a year or two later, featuring 4–5 bonus tracks based on unfinished ideas that he plans to develop post-launch. Awards and Legacy [*]2022 All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA): Won Best African Rapper, Breakthrough Artist, and Best Artist in African Hip-Hop. [*]Cultural Impact: Advocates for blending Egyptian identity into music, criticizing over-reliance on Western influences. Controversies and Feuds A public feud with fellow rapper Abyusif dominated headlines in 2021, marked by diss tracks like "Megatroll" and "Dabdob 7asas". The rivalry highlighted competitive tensions within Egypt's hip-hop scene. Philosophy and Vision Marwan emphasizes authenticity, stating his lyrics evolved from braggadocio to poetic storytelling. He aims to create music that resonates with Egyptian youth while preserving cultural roots: We turned to mahraganat because it's authentically Egyptian. This new wave feels ours.
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