arabic pop
what it is
Arabic pop is a mix of Pop music and Arabic music. Arabic pop combines pop melodies with elements of different Arab regional styles, called ughniyah or in English "Arab song". It uses Western string instruments including the guitar as well as traditional Middle Eastern instruments.
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art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
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questions
What is arabic pop?
Arabic pop is a mix of Pop music and Arabic music. Arabic pop combines pop melodies with elements of different Arab regional styles, called ughniyah or in English "Arab song". It uses Western string instruments including the guitar as well as traditional Middle Eastern instruments.
What are good arabic pop albums to start with?
Try Arash by Arash, Eba Abelny by Ruby, W'akherta Maak by Elissa, and Ghoyoum غيوم by Kazdoura.
Who are some women making arabic pop?
musicisforgirls.com/genres/arabic-pop/girls lists women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making arabic pop, from mainstream to underground.
genre notes from last.fm listeners · artists and albums from last.fm, updated 2026-10-20