The Best Arabic Pop Music of 2016

Keep up with the latest Arabic pop music with our roundup of the best songs of 2016! From chart-topping hits to underground anthems, there’s something for everyone.

Introduction

If there’s one genre of music that’s taken the world by storm in recent years, it’s Arabic pop. From catchy tunes to heart-wrenching ballads, Arabic pop music has something for everyone.

2016 was a particularly great year for Arabic pop, with many new and exciting artists emerging on the scene. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the best Arabic pop music of 2016.

So without further ado, let’s get started!

Best Arabic Pop Songs of 2016

“El Watar” by Tamer Hosny

One of the most popular Arabic pop songs of 2016 was “El Watar” by Tamer Hosny. The song was released in February of 2016 and quickly became a hit, reaching the top of many Arabic music charts.

“El Watar” is a love song that tells the story of a man who is madly in love with a woman who does not return his affections. Despite the rejection, he continues to love her and tries to find ways to make her happy. The song is both sad and hopeful, and its message resonated with many listeners.

Tamer Hosny is a hugely popular singer in the Arab world, and “El Watar” is just one of many hits he has released over the years. If you’re a fan of Arabic pop music, be sure to check out Tamer Hosny’s other songs – you’re sure to find something you like!

“Ya Habibi” by Nancy Ajram

Nancy Ajram is a Lebanese pop singer and actress, and one of the best-selling Arabic artists of all time. She has released seven studio albums, and has won numerous awards, including the World Music Award for World’s Best Selling Middle Eastern Artist three times.

“Ya Habibi” is a 2016 single from Nancy Ajram’s album Hassa Beek. The song was written by Mohamad Mounir, composed by Tarek Madkour, and produced by Jad Choueiri. “Ya Habibi” peaked at number one on the Radio Sawa Top 20 chart, and was also a top ten hit on the Billboard Middle East Songs chart.

“Qalbi” by Amr Diab

“Qalbi” (My Heart) is a song by Egyptian singer Amr Diab. It was released on February 14, 2016 as a single from his album Koll Youm Takhareny (All We Have Is Today). The song was written by Ayman Bahgat Amar and composed by Amr Diab.

The music video for the song was directed by Mohamed Samy and filmed in Egypt. It features Diab singing the song in various locations, including a nightclub and a beach.

“Qalbi” peaked at number one on the Rotana Radio Top 20 chart and number two on the Radio Sawa 100 chart.

Conclusion

After much listening and deliberation, we have compiled our list of the best Arabic pop songs of 2016! From an existential ode to a party anthem, these tracks represent the best of what the Arab world has to offer in terms of catchy, fun and thought-provoking pop music.

In no particular order, here are our top picks:

1. El Morabba3 – “Ma3akum”
2.Mohamed Ramadan – “ogogo”
3.Tamer Hosny – “Akher Ayam”
4.Elissa – “Mashi Haddi”
5.Nancy Ajram – “W Maak”
6.Amr Diab – “Ana Gheirhom”
7.Assi El Helani – “Ya rayt”
8.Saad Lamjarred – “LM3ALLEM”
9.Fayrouz – “Ya Nassi el Bahr”
10.Ramy Sabry – “Kebert Xewk ĦaġarInvitation Only)