Mohammed Al Farra D.R Ft. MC Gaza & Big E Hip Hop

Hip Hop is a game for many of those rappers. Gaza rappers are no different. When Mohammed al-Farra takes the stage. He rapped about the Gaza Strip and talked to the audience about the struggles that Palestinians in Gaza face on a daily basis under siege and occupation. Al Farra has generated a large number of followers outside Gaza, he seems to have the business connections all lined up.

Al Farra came from the group Palestinian Rapperz  thought to be the first hip hop group from Gaza. When he takes the stage and demonstrates skills that show he is has what it takes to be on the who is who map of the world’s most talented up and coming artists. His flow, the music, and the content all come together to form a breathtaking show

These were bold words, but in a spectacular show, he showed that this was no idle boast. With his powerful lyrics, his inspiring hope, and his dedication to the plight of Palestine, human rights, and the right of return to Palestine, He touched everyone’s heart, and made everyone in the room rise up and dance. But frankly, this is something that he won't be able to replicate in Gaza.

I do not like the excessive cussing in English but I know why it's there....to attract young confused souls who want to be able to get mad in two languages. I do happen to like the mix of rappers involved with this track. It shows that the local rap scene has now matured and ready for prime time.

Mohammed Al Farra D.R Ft. MC Gaza & Big E - Hip Hop Mal3abe - ElNmr.coM

DamDum Has Found The Hottest Girl In Egypt On Facebook

DamDum is a guy who wanted to releases a song about a girl he calls The most beautiful in Egypt. He looks cool and is gutsy enough to give himself the name Damdum.  His gal is on Facebook and that's where they have met. It's humorous rap song that teach a lot about what the kind in Egypt are up to these days.

The girl sleeps in and walks up late. She has given herself the Facebook name of the coolest or hottest gal in Egypt. Now, I do appreciate the music--it's not your average simple demo. I think Damdum has done himself a big favor by making a cool song that will live on the internet for a long time.

This might sound like every other song, but at least the singer told us something to giggle about.

DamDum - Agmad Wa7da f Masr | دمدوم - أجمد واحدة في مصر

Jay Sean Gives Lebanon A Night To Remember

Jay Sean, is a British singer-songwriter, rapper, beatboxer and record producer who likes the club scene. Lebanese like anyone who likes the club scene to they invited him to party with them at home. He brought the party to Lebanon and the video will show you as much.

Locals and tourists flocked the concert to enjoy what Jay ha sin store for them. The song of a Punjabi Sikh immigrant in the always evolving city of London. Jay was never meant to be a singer, he was in medicine school before he dropped out to sing professionally.

They added the fashion show to his concerts and those Lebanese party goers who like a drink and a good beat. I checked out some of his tracks, the go makes good club mix and he has a likable personality. See the story from his concert and the interviews with the folks who are among his biggest fans.

 Jay Sean يلهب ليل مدينة جبيل

An Arab Rapper To Like: Black Unit Mohammed Wafi

I met this guy at a checkpoint few years ago, Mohammed Wafi was on his way to Egypt to go to school--his mom is Egyptian making him a Palestinian Egyptian rapper. I remember him having an awesome hair style and someone pointed him to me and said, this guy is a big deal.

I ended up talking to him and listening to his music on his laptop. We had lots of time to kill, so why not? the music was catchy. We talked about his collaboration and the movie Sling Shot Hip Hop that was released a year prior.

Two years later, Wafi and his band Black Unit release this lovely track, with numbers....they count to 48, each number tell a Palestinian story. This is a very Gaza track, that speaks about division and militants in Gaza, but the Israeli gets a great deal in this track. This is very creative way to tell a story and channel that rage.

This time Wafi brings a friend for the track, he featured Alaa Shoblaq. This is a track made by guys who have nothing, but really want to make music--I happen to think they are awesome. Hope you will enjoy the track and the artwork accompanying it.

Wafi does interior design--something he studied in college
 
Mohammed wafi from black unit band - 48 numbers ft. alaa shoblaq

If You Go To Bars, You Need To Watch Mixologist - Music Video

At first there was a bartender, but as affluent young people have always looked for the next big thing, some new profession emerged....mixologists. Those are glorified bartenders with attitude. They are often found in posh bars serving overpriced alcohol to richer people or people who tend to be on the pretentious side.

Mixologists of the world do strange dances with one's drinks and shake things up as they are part of some fancy show. I think it's stupid, but it's a reality most have come to embrace. Not one rapper who wanted to channel his frustration with those fancy clowns.
 
The rappers in this video have a great sense of humor, I only hope that guy who mixes drinks--not just serve them has the same virtue. The rap song does feature some stunning moments in the bar, fire and ice drinks and a lot of flavor.

Mixologist - Music Video

Hell Team Has A Message To The Egyptian President

Hell Team is one hell of rap team. This is an underground rap band that is breaking out with message to the youth of Egypt and most recently to the new president of Egypt--President Morsi. This is a bold track with a lot of heart and sober messages I wish more people would adopt that kind of tone.

The rap goes, I might not have chose you, I may not have voted for you, but I ask you to impalement your promises of reform and your plan to bring the country back. Hell Team is a band made out of young Egyptian rappers who have a lot of rage and frustration to channel. The band members are as follows  H-DEVIL / Sir Medo / Mc Amgad / Hell Man

Per their Facebook

The Team Started in 2008 Which produced the first album in 2009 entitled "T7ya Masr"And then start working with the public reactionThe team is now processing the next albumWe hope you like it

They list Eminem and Tupac among their musical influenced. As far as raps goes, Hell Team does have all the right tools to this game. They have also manged to score some poetic lyrics. Next bit step is to go mainstream by getting booked on a music network. They can claim they speak for the youth in the streets of Egypt, this would sell big in the West.  

هيل تيم - رسالة إلي الرئيس | Hell Team - Message To President


هيل تيم - الموت المفاجئ | Hell Team - Sudden death

Sara VS Nasser ساره و ناصر Rap VS Pop

Duets can be often off the cob which to say they are corny. Part of making a duet is showing that you believe and if you have to put an act, you should not hesitate.

Here's a music video that will not have you think corny. A Jordanian rapper who appeared on Star Academy wears customs and peacocks as he tries to stand out from the pack. She is young and mature, she is also Egyptian or sounds like one. A grownup girl gets to meet the childish dude, this ought to be fun to watch

The clip is made by a guy who watched a lot of blockbuster movies. Spider-man, Batman, 300, the Matrix, X-Men and sponge Bob. Why is Nasser shouting and getting worked up so bad? There is some cute battling between pop and rap. I like Nasser walking around in his underwear showing off his guns. Watch any giggle

Adar Tetadar - Sara VS Nasser قدر تتقدر - ساره و ناصر

Somali Canadian Hybrid K'naan Is "More Beautiful Than Silence"

More Beautiful Than Silence  was well received by critics where each track sounds completely different from the last, and although the record could be a pop smash, his message is never diluted in the melody.
K’Naan has the skills where his music packs creative melodies, poetic storytelling, and  the aspiration of an entire generation. soaring dreams on More Beautiful Than Silence. Die hard fans fans will love this musical treat, but the reality remains, are we ready for his next big thing? I do not think we are as a full project form this rapper will make waves in the rap industry.

I am comfortable to claim that his poetic lyrics come from his bringing and his culture where Arabia intersects Africa creating a beautiful lyrical miracles that were picked by young K'naan. The american culture provided him with rap as a tool to get those raging emotions out So far he has claimed a place in mainstream Hip-Hop. As far as messaging in music and imagery, I think he can rival household names of the likes Bob Dylan. Since K’naan’s mission is to inspire global change, he’ll welcome mainstream success; if it gets his message to the ears of more listeners, and encourages them to dream big. He is a star that world needs right now...as transfroation in the Middle East, America, Europe and the rest of the world is changing, K’naan brings a teaser for the future of entertainment.

K'naan fuses a wide array of styles and rhythms to deliver his African-influenced rap. He is already Africa's most famous native song rapper when his upbeat tune "Wavin' Flag" became a global hit after it was chosen as the official Coca-Cola anthem for the 2010 South Africa World Cup. A turning point in K'naan's career came as he stood in front of some of the world's most powerful men, stopped his performance to recite a politically-charged poem, blasting the U.N. for its failed relief mission in Somalia." This was a risky business, but K'naan had nothing to lose. After a brief moment of silence, he has earned himself an standing ovation.

Aside form his talent, the rapper comes with a grand story of survival so real and so shocking that it makes most inner city rappers look like they are form Kansas.  This is guy who lived in a war zone and moved into another one where most people tel of a rough life. No questions about it, the lyrically gifted rapper just can't help being a one-upper which makes him a perfect candidate for the job. 

Some have argued that K'naan should hone a message where he would tell his young fans "I did, you can too" message that could help make him a more accessible role model. He comes across as a rapper with a lot of faith as he makes reference to God very often. The internet is filled with K'naan's opinions of war peace and love too. But I think he still has a long way to go to trade in his microphone for a role model.    

"War has a way of making life painfully factual and love has a way of making life completely painfully dreamy, and I wanted to try to be honest about where I'm at in life," adds K'naan, 

K'naan- More beautiful than silence [with lyrics]



Lyrics: turn the light off there's a light on in your heart so let it be your guidens, guidens! Open up your mouth if what you say could be more beautiful than silence ok, ain't it funny how the talkers always talkin' never firing, but always say they cocking and they cocky until they in the parking lots suddenly they got parkinsons, they can hardly talk. no karate buddy, no pilates buddy it's a new game, no Atari buddy body chalk, well i'm used to bodies chopped i've seen shit to give new meaning to the body shop look, i know you think i'm so righteous but mother fucker, i'm also into rifles tryna tell these niggas i'm a baby in his diapers i'm on my own shit, lighters i don't disseminate, i got my name in... i don't discriminate, i got friends who are snipers but some of them ended up being lifeless cause they kept silent, survivors. turn the light off there''s a light on in your heart so let it be your guidens, guidens! open your mouthy, if you would say could be more beautiful than silence. i'm the quiet type, breathe and steady never small talk speak when necessary in the streets, i see niggers chops with machetes my jamaican girl say 'talk to me baby!' what''s on your mind can't say ... ..death do its part, memories, i marry got a library with no lies baby and all the books look like they're made of strawberries. it ain't easy being me cause my own fans can't relate to my streets and my streets can't relate to those in the east but i'm beats, so i make bread on release. I'm releasing my demons, give the beat it's life like I give a fetus semen. feel the kick in your belly, that's freedom breathing don't say nothing, cause now we're dreaming! turn the light off it's a light on in your heart so let it be your guides, guides! open your mouthy, if you would say could be more beautiful than silence, silence. oh, oh, oh, silence, silence oh, oh, oh, silence, silence oh, oh, oh, silence, silence oh, oh, oh, silence, silence

Palestine Undivided-Rap Song احنا - فلسطين لواحد

The old ones might not care enough to take a stand, Palestine is one. The young ones might be idealistic enough to take a stand in which they say the truth...there's only one Palestine. There's no Gaza and there's no Ramallah. There's just one place called Palestine to which the folks are aspiring to build.

I like this tune, it sounds too simplistic and it sounds scrappy as it has been recorded in some basement....with no money but with a lot of passion. I have enjoyed the different voices who tell different stories that makes up the Palestinian tapestry.

 احنا - فلسطين لواحد - Falsten la Wa7d

Palestinian Rapper Puts The Spotlight Back On Gaza

Mc Gaza is a gifted young rapper from Gaza with fans all across the Palestinian land and Egypt. The young rapper fills in the void for local rappers who are also well versed in politics and most importantly, the various rapping styles.

I like the way he flies from one note to another, and how he spits one line after another with a speed worthy of the great boxer Mohammad Ali himself. I know there have been a number of attempts at making rap a cool thing in Palestine, but I believe Mc Gaza might mange to do just that at home. He will do this, but not overdressing in those rapper like outfits, and making funny shapes....he has gone for the normal all Palestinian look and chose to rap about things at home and not some controversial topic.

And for his music video he turns himself into an activist and brings rare images for Gaza showing that no matter what life always goes on. His energy and the energy of young talents communicate that so well.

Mc Gaza - Heek Bnshofha | هيك بنشوفها


Mc Gaza - The Story Isn't Worthless - القصة مش خاوية (Music Video)

The Rapping Mc Gaza - Meen Aja / إم سى غزة - مين أجا

Here's a fresh sounding rap song from the Palestinian Gaza based rapper known as Mc Gaza. Mc Gaza filmed his rap video in Gaza City, consider it a tour of Gaza downtown--everywhere else sucks really. Feel free to spot the rapper filling in for the unknown solider monument. Looking slick and stylish ain't easy in Gaza, but rappers have to have a swag.

I like the graffiti, and the masked man represents something, not sure what it's at the moment--maybe Israeli collaborators. I do not like the smoking bit, it''s really not cool Mc Gaza. The video gets wired toward the middle with the rapper shaking and incredible closeup.

Keep on mind, this is a local production where there is little support for artists, so A for effort.
Mc Gaza - Meen Aja / إم سى غزة - مين أجا

Somali Rapper K'NAAN A Product Of Africa, Arabia And America

I first heard a word of him by one activist friend of mine who has been listening to this young rapper whom he referred to as dope! Then I read a blog post by him on the Somali pirates where he made the case for some of those pirates. I liked his point about how European ships having been stealing the fish resources off the coast of Somali.

K'naan put the pirate activities are put in context. That was 2009, and by 2010 K'naan was the star of Choice for Coke. They picked him to do the official Coke song in time for the World Cup in South Africa. K'naan took the coke deal and did well. Part of his contract was to appear with a number of local and global stars in doing marketing duets for the company. I know in our end Nancy Ajram did the song with him, but he went to every other country and did a song in the local language--he sang in English. Turkey, Russia and other places were on his map.

He did well for the company and was a clear choice as he would go and do all sorts of concerts...and by that he established his global brand. And thus his music followed.

A bit of information on the talented rap master:

K'naan's namesake means "traveler" in Somali, but it's a significant name in Palestine too--The natives of Palestine track themselves to their great father who was named K'naan.

K'naan was born in Mogadishu, Somalia, just as the civil unrest began to shake things off in his beloved motherland. Surival was the key thing for K'naan, his father was living in the States at the time and would send his young song rap songs all the way form the land of rap. K'naan would tune in and eventually pick his trade. At the tender age of 13 K'naan and his family mange to find their way to America to live in Harlem, shortly aftetr they would move to Ontario Canada to join a large Somali community up North. There K'naan  picked up English and as he was confident he started spiting lyrics.


As most rappers would attest, skipping school plays K'naan hit the road and started performing in various venues part of the Direct Current Media. His biggest break came in the UN as he performed in 1999 in Geneva where K'naan  would pile on the international organizations efforts in Somalia. There K'naan left an impression on a Senegalese singer Youssou N'Dour. Youssou would later ask K'naan to contribute to his 2001 album Building Bridges. This project K'naan was able to tour a number of cities around the world.


Some of the names that K'naan collaborated with included Mos Def and Talib Kweli and a performance at the Live 8. Several collaborations and few years later cmae his much celebrated album Troubadour became K'naan's first for the major-label  album. After his track "Wavin' Flag" became the anthem for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. K'naan would follow that by More Beautiful Than Silence EP arrived in 2012. 


K'NAAN - Is Anybody Out There? ft. Nelly Furtado

Review: "The Inevitable Change" Album By Qusai

Qusia might have just figured out how to make an album with a true positive message that speaks to the youth and speaks of their aspirations and frustrations. The word rapper and intellectual should not belong to the sae sentence, but Qusai might have merged the two world with the release of his much celebrated album "The Inevitable Change" an album not made on the cheap, an album in which traditions and heartfelt lyrics are crucial ingredients.

This is an album that will seal the mouths of those who have criticized rap and rappers, because with his lyrics flow and uplifting verses Qusai puts it all together in one album. The album has 12 tracks and offer a verity of songs in both English and Arabic. Qusai seems like a nice guy whose fans are truly in love with him. Those who might not love him cannot help but respect the Saudi rapper who knows that for rap to go mainstream in Arabia, it has to promote old values and things that people like to hear--pan-Arab unity and good virtues.

The album is a huge collaboration between the West and East--do not miss the hard rock bit and other fusions. I can now safely say, that with Qusai making music, the excuse to "I do not listen to Arabic songs" is no longer relevant. Why? Because Qusai can do both languages/styles and you would not tell the difference. For those politically savvy, will cheer the track on what see around us as a result of the Arab Spring--the album does not forget about Palestine--which he rightfully dubs, the Number one issue

Qusia kicks of his album with the verse Peace Be Upon You and then jumps into it. Qusia who has spend his time well in the States perfected (and perhaps improve) on this rebellious art form. But don't panic, the album has its fun parts with fresh beats and dance moments. The album is like an autobiography for Qusai who takes his listeners into a eye-popping journey that started in Saudi Arabia with a layover in America. You will feel that you move form the local mosque, to the souk, into the coffee shop, then into the club without ever getting disoriented or bored.

While thee has been many popular Arab rappers in the past 15 years or so, no one has worked as hard as Qusai has shown. Qusai has a lot of offer which he makes look easy because most of his hard work is behind the scenes. This is one produ rapper who has manged to be different by being proud of what makes him so great--home.
  
Arab World Unite (Official Music Video) | اتحاد العرب


قصي - يلا | Qusai - Yalla

If You Are Tired Of Arabic Pop Buy The Inevitable Change By Qusai

Arabic pop can feel old sometimes, and the same goes for any kind of popular music. Change is good, and finding something exciting to jam to is priceless. This is about I feel about Qusai, new album "The Inevitable Change" The Saudi rapper who made it huge on Arabs Got Talent.

His stage name is also Don Legend the Kamelion, which makes sense of a TV personality, a rapper and a songwriter who can also be a mean DJ. Qusai was picked by Platinum Records which is based in Dubai and they are releasing his debut album to many--it's really his third.

Qusia is no lightweight, he does have a good brain over his shoulder. Educated in the United States Florida where he has two degrees including an MBA. It's there where he picks his interest in rap and music where he rolled with a number of RB producers. Qusia brought something cool to the rap game. He does have a solid background in both English and Arabic. So when he spits out lines in both languages at the same time, one cannot help but be swoon.

Qusai have hosted a number of TV shows about hip hop and music, he remains active as a TV personalty. He does have a large fan base throughout the Arab world and outside. This might be the upside of having an MBA and a rare talent that many are hungry for.

This will be a good social album with many uplifting messages that youth ought to hear. Perhaps we have the many talents of Qusai to thank for this incredible album.

قصي - قريباً | Qusai - The Inevitable Change - Soon


قصي - يلا | Qusai - Yalla

اغنية تاكى ام تى ام - سياسى | On Politics Takki MTM - Seyasy

The all Egyptian rapper strikes once again with a song about the fools who pretend to know about political and dabble into talking on the subject. While I disagree and I think all people should be able to entitled to their opinions, I did enjoy the song.

Takki is a popular rapper who has stayed out of the spotlight for some time now, until he released his latest rap song about politicians and politics in Egypt at the moment. Takki is still a member of the MTM band and he is working on a music video for this song of his.

Takki wrote the lyrics and the music himself and as I can tell, many in the virtual world loved have expressed love for this song prompting Takki to make a music video for his single.

 اغنية تاكى ام تى ام - سياسى | Takki MTM - Seyasy

Maw3ood | Deeb - موعود | ديب "Cold Peace" Album

Forget the distant past, this song is about today. Deep rapped this song to tell people in his country to look out for Egypt. He started his song with the voice of Abdel Halim on the song for Maw3ood! Then when you think you can relax, comes Deeb spitting his poetic lines and venting his rage.

Filmed near the famous wall put in Egypt to block protesters from reaching some critical establishment offices. Where graffiti took over the wall and expressed what goes on the minds of many people. Even Palestine get to have its presence on the wall. The song is part of an upcoming album "Cold Peace" written and produced by Deeb himself

This is a really good rapper, he is not a poster, not even one bit. He flows and delivers on punch after another like a fighter in the ring. Deeb is showing his roots by giving shout outs to figures in Egyptian music like Makawi, by doing so he tells people he is no impostor. He doubles down and uses the name of some of the names of local and ancient religious figures.

The song closes with the Egyptian flag and a dedication to all the fallen heroes of the Arab Spring.  

Maw3ood | Deeb - موعود | ديب | Axeer Studio

Jordan Is Ahead Of The Curve With Fads

Beat Box or human jukebox are hot in certain parts of town. But it seems that we are no longer amazed by the combination of strange and cool talent that many young men and women have started to boast about. Jordan got a big group of hip human jukebox and told them to compete against one another in a festival that brought so many young people in one place.

Needless to say there was break dancers too and a lot of bros in saggy clothes. I am guessing if the purpose to make instruments out of a job, then these guys fail. But I am feeling it's something young people do to impress others in their age group.

So all the hip kids from Jordan...20 talents took part of this event between the ages of 16 and 25 years old. Some of those who have been interviewed spoke how people look down on them and mock them. The problem people did not know what to expect and tended to belittle the beat boxers. Lips, tongues, and mouth!

لأوَّل مرَّة في الأردن: مسابقة لعازفي البيت بوكس

Ahbab Family Dances, Raps And Reads Poetry

The only Arab country that has not revolted or offered serious reforms is Morocco. Now comes a band from that country that is singing about freedom, but they are also asking people to abandon politics. Call them Ahbab Family, that's the name they go by.

I like the poetry part of the show, it seems native to them. There are raps and English songs part of their showcase. I can tell the in house audience loved it. I love the flow and the urban dance bit. It looks like they wanted to make a show where all Arabs can enjoy..the traditionalist and the hip ones.

While their show was cool, they seemed to have filed to impress the judges. Never mind, these guys seem to ignite a great deal of Moroccans all around the world. Arabs Got Talent did do one thing right, they allowed most Arabs to see how talented young Moroccans are.

 Arab Got Talent - S2 - semi final AHBAB Family HD فرقة أحباب

The Autism Arabic Rap By Mc Dahab

Sure many can be classifieds as autistic when in fact they are not. This is the fault of lazy adults who are just too busy to do the research. But autism is a real disease no matter what the nay sayers say. Needless to say many loving parents in the Arab world and beyond refuse to accept that there's something wrong with their kids, so the disease goes untreated.

So when a young talented rapper picks up a word of the disease and see the struggles of people living with autism go through at home, he raps about it. First he introduces the disease with few facts about then, then mentions the names of great people who were autistic. Then he dives into the rap about it.

It's a very good song that advocates for better rights for autistic people, and that they should not be looked down upon. I like how he breaks into the song about growing up different and wanting to play alone, but that does not make him a weirdo. I am unaware that Mc Dahab is autistic, but he seems to have a good grip at it and seems to bring all things together. Enjoying the sound of the beach, the cal to prayer and other things people often take for granted.
      
Mc Dahab = التوحـد ( Autism )

Mc Gaza: Gaza's Angriest Rapper

A young rapper from Gaza is gaining momentum at the moment, his rhythms and his poetry really does fly, and his rage too obvious. Rap is not a popular art in Gaza with the masses, but it's becoming something of a reality. Dude tot he complicated and sometimes tragic circumstances in Gaza, the young of Gaza are frustrated and lost. Many are doing a drugs to help them cope with their problems in the short term.

Rap is Mc Gaza's drug of choice, it helps him take a bad situation and turn it into a positive experience. like he just. Releasing a song for the Palestinian prisoners who just have finished one the longest hunger strikes in the history of man kind. It's a very good work indeed. I look the way he spits lines faster than one can predict them.

The track is nostalgic to old leadership, Yasir Arafat and Ahmed Yassin. Using clips from one of Arafat's interviews in English The rap song raises good points about the divisions between Gaza and the West Bank. It's official the internet memes are taking over the world and they have now turned to Palestine.

I really would love to see a song from Mc Gaza about the dangers of drugs....he can tell those kids that such things won't make anything better--I know they would listen then.
 
 Mc Gaza - The Story Isn't Worthless - القصة مش خاوية (Music Video)