How well do we know our artists and stars????

Not much right?

Well, enter our newest feature, “10 QUICK FACTS ABOUT…”

Each week we shall chose an artist for you, introduce you to 10 facts that you may or may not know about them, and then hit you up with a song to enjoy!

This week’s artist? The beautiful Nawl Al Zoghbi

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1. Born on the 29th. June. 1972.

2. Is Lebanese in origin and specifically from Byblos.

3. Has a musical career that stretches over 20 years beginning 1991 after her appearance on the famous Lebanese singing competition “Studio El Fan”.

4. Has released over 14 albums throughout her career.

5. Is one of the few Middle Eastern Artists to hold high profile international gigs, most recent of which is a completely sold out gig in Hammersmith Apollo here in London.

6. Her collaboration with Wael Kfoori in 1994 produced the huge hit “Meen Habibi Ana” which is known to be one of the highest selling Arabic duets of all time.

7. Is labelled by super composer Amr Mostafa as “One of the most beautiful voices in the Arabic world, and one who I’m happy to work for without payment”

8. Has been facing legal and religious trouble with the Maronite Church in Lebanon since 2008 which has still not recognised her divorce. This case has inspired her heart breaking single, “Fo’ Jroohi”

9. Has been famous for coming up with a new and exciting look for each of her album and is very famous for her glamorous style.

10. Has been quoted for saying: “whether a voice is big or small, if it lacks emotion it will never succeed”

….and now, lets enjoy Nawal’s latest single “Ma'rafsh Leh”