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Jannat Mahid (Arabic: جنات مهيد; born 6 January 1986), known by her stage name Jannat (Arabic: جنات, Moroccan Arabic: [ʒænnæt], Egyptian Arabic: [ɡænˈnæːt]); is a Moroccan- [3] singer and actress. She was born in Morocco and presently living and performing in Egypt. Jannat sings in Egyptian Arabic. She is one of the most prominent young female singers in the Arab world. Jannat participated for the first time in a singing competition in Morocco entitled "Stars of Tomorrow" when she reached the age of eight. She stood on stage accompanied by a musical band and won the first prize. After that, she performed in local singing competitions. Upon reaching the age of fifteen, she participated in the Dubai Nights Festival and won the award for best singing voice in the Arab world in 2000. After that, she received an invitation from Mrs. Ratiba El-Hefny, director of the Cairo Opera House, to participate in a concert in the Grand Theater, and that was the first time that she stood in front of the Egyptian public.
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During her participation in the opera house, producer Ahmed Desouki noticed her talent and vocal ability, and determined to deal with her. but she was fifteen years old, and still continuing her education in Morocco, which caused difficulty in completing the contract between them. After completing her studies and obtaining a university degree in business administration, Jannat devoted herself entirely to singing. She released her first song "Efhamny Habiby" in 2004 and she filmed it in a music video.
Jannat contracted with producer Ahmed Desouki, owner of Good News 4 Music, in 2005. In 2006, Desouki produced her first studio album Elli Beny W Benak and in the same year, she released a music video for the song "Aktar Min Sana". Jannat released her second album Hob Emtelak in 2009. In 2013, Rotana Records released Jannat's third album Hob Gamed. In 2016, Jannat released her fourth album Be Nafs El Kalam. Jannat filmed a number of her most successful songs in a music video. She also sang in many Egyptian drama series, including: Zohra w Azwagha El Khamsa, Woman's diary with a Bad Reputation and Hekayat w Beneshha.
Jannat gained the admiration of the masses through the album Elli Beny W Benak, which won many awards. Her second album, Hob Emtelak, gained the highest sales rate and through it, she won the Middle East Music Award and the Arab Radio and Television Network Award.
Jannat recently released a Moroccan national song, "Mama Africa", on the occasion of the return of Morocco to the African Union, accompanied by African stars. In 2020, she released her fifth album Ana Fe Entezarak.
Biography
[edit]Early life
[edit]Jannat grew up with three siblings. She was the youngest and only girl among them. Jannat's passion for singing was revealed early, when she attracted attention of her parents at age 5, repeating songs of Umm Kulthum and Mohammed Abdel Wahab. Supported by her family (namely her mother who is a retired singer), she started performing by the age of 8 when she participated and won in a national Moroccan music competition. Later she took part of a TV broadcast "Noujoum Al Ghad" (Stars Of Tomorrow, 2M TV). Jannat also won in another 3 music competitions in Morocco. She decided to travel to the Middle East in an attempt to pursue her success, fame and stardom.[4]
In 2000, Jannat won the first place (Best Arabic Voice) in "Layali Dubai", part of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF). She also won in competition in Alexandria. Noticed by Ratiba El-Hefny, she was invited to sing as an honored guest in Cairo Congress of Arab Music.[5] Jannat then found herself on the stage of the Cairo Opera House, co-performing with Majida El Roumi, Wadih El Safi and Sabah Fakhri. After that she stopped her artistic activity until she took a certificate in Business and International Marketing.
Personal life
[edit]In 2017, Jannat married Egyptian lawyer Mohamed Othman Noman. She has two daughters with him[citation needed].
Career
[edit]Jannat started singing professionally and released her first song "Efhamny Habiby" in 2004, which had a music video filmed as well. At that time, the producer Ahmed Desouki was seeking new voices. He liked Jannat's voice and signed a contract with her in 2005. After that, Jannat started to prepare for her new album Elli Beny W Benak to be issued in 2006. The preparation of the album took a year and half due to the desire of the producer to achieve success with the album, thus spending a lot of time perfecting it. Jannat recorded 21 songs however the album had only contained 10 of them. The album had achieved success and she made a music video for the song "Aktar Min Sana".[6] The album songs were a collection of romantic and sad songs that described a woman's powerful feelings.[7]
Jannat released other albums with the label Good News 4 Music: GoodNews4Music Vol.1 and Hob Emtelak, which they had great success in Egypt and in the Arab World. Jannat was then ranked as one of the best upcoming artists in the Middle East.
In 2012, Jannat signed with the famous Arabian pop label Rotana for a "three albums" deal. At the time of signing, she already produced herself the first album Hob Gamed, which gave Jannat international success and her hit "El Badi Azlam" along "Hob Gamed"[8] made her travel many countries. She had several concerts performing her songs "Hala Febrayer" in Koweit and "Souq Waqif" in Doha. Hob Gamed was also a bestseller and had significant selling figures in Egypt and Saudi Arabia.
In 2016, Jannat released her 4th studio album Be Nafs El Kalam.
On August 14, 2020, Jannat released her 5th studio album Ana Fe Entezarak.
Discography
[edit]Studio albums
[edit]- 2006: Elli Beny W Benak – اللي بيني وبينك
- 2009: Hob Emtelak – حب إمتلاك
- 2013: Hob Gamed – حب جامد
- 2016: Be Nafs El Kalam – بنفس الكلام
- 2017: Adaiya Diniya – أدعية دينية
- 2020: Ana Fe Entezarak – أنا في انتظارك
Other albums
[edit]- 2008: Good News 4 Music Vol.1 (with the song "Habibi 'ala Neyato")
Singles
[edit]| Single | Lyrics | Composer | Production | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Efhamny habebe | Hany Abd El-Kerim | Walid Sa'ad | Jannat | 2004 | |
| Elli Beny W Benak | Khaled Muneer; Nadir Abdullah | Mohamed Raheem | Good News 4 Music | 2005 | (single; a different mix than the album version of 2006) |
| Aktar Min Sana | Nader Abdallah | Mohamed Yehia | Good News 4 Music | 2006 | Elli Beny W Benak |
| Bahebak | Khaled Amiin | Mohamed Rahiim | Good News 4 Music | 2007 | Elli Beny W Benak |
| Habiby 3ala Neyatoh | Bahaa El-Dein Mohamed | Mohamed El-Sawy | Good News 4 Music | 2008 | |
| Ana Donyetoh | Nader AbdAllah | Walid Sa'ad | Good News 4 Music | 2009 | Hob Emtelak |
| Hob Gamed | Aziz El Shaf3i | Aziz El Shaf3i | Rotana | 2013 | Hob Gamed |
| El Bady Azlam | Tamer Hossein | Asshraf Salem | Rotana | 2013 | Hob Gamed |
| Waheshny | Aziz El Shaf3i | Aziz El Shaf3i | Rotana | 2014 | Hob Gamed |
| Agbany Shakhsito | Salama Ali | Mohamed Yahia | Rotana | 2015 |
Other songs
[edit]- 2011: Gawaz Safary, (Lyrics: Wael Gheriany, composer: Ashraf Salem)
- 2011: Ramadan, (Lyrics: Wael Gheriany, composer: Ashraf Salem)
- 2013: Qess El Nes2 Fel Quran, (Lyrics: Mohamed Bahget, composer: Mahmoud Tal'at)
- 2014: Estahmlny, (Lyrics: Ahmed Baree2, composer: Mohamed El-Sawy)
- 2015: Ehtmamy fek
- 2016: Lel farah Melad
- 2016: Ehna El Hayah, (Lyrics : Mohammed El Bogha, composer: Mohammed Yahya)
Videography
[edit]- 2004: Efhamny Habiby, Directed by : Yasser Sami
- 2006: Aktar Min Sana, Directed by : Mohamed Gom'a
- 2007: Bahebak, Directed by : Mohamed Gom'a
- 2009: Ana Donyetoh, Directed by : Mohamed Gom'a
- 2011: Gawaz Safary, Directed By : Mohamed Gom'a
- 2013: El Bady Azlam, Directed by : Waleed Nassif
- 2014: Hob Gamed, Directed by : Waleed Nassif
- 2014: Waheshny, Directed by : Waleed Nassif
- 2016: Ehna El Hayah, Directed by : Said El Farouk
- 2016: Aiza Arrab
References
[edit]- ^ "خطوبة الفنانة المغربية جنات لمحامي مصري". Al Arabiya. July 22, 2017. Archived from the original on December 31, 2017. Retrieved July 24, 2017.
- ^ "بالصور - 4 معلومات عن عريس جنات المحامي محمد عثمان نعمان". Fil-Fan. July 22, 2017. Archived from the original on June 20, 2018. Retrieved July 24, 2017.
- ^ elwatannews.com/news/details/5010141
- ^ "Jannat Mahid : Une étoile qui ne cesse de briller". Libe.ma. Retrieved June 4, 2014.
- ^ "اليوم السابع | بالصور.. "جنات": نجاحى فى مصر كان حلماً". Youm7.com. December 3, 2013. Retrieved June 4, 2014.
- ^ "Medi1 Radio – Lecture". Medi1.com. May 25, 2008. Retrieved June 4, 2014.
- ^ "Jannat's golden status". Gulf News. February 4, 2010. Retrieved June 4, 2014.
- ^ "Jannat Mahid : La chanson ne peut pas prospérer sans aide ni soutien". libe.ma. June 29, 2013. Retrieved April 10, 2016.
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Early life
Jannat Mahid was born on January 6, 1986, in Oued Zem, Morocco, into a Moroccan family.[5] She grew up with three siblings as the youngest and only girl in the household.[6] During her childhood in Morocco, Jannat developed an early passion for singing, with her parents noticing her talent as young as age five when she would imitate songs by legendary artist Umm Kulthum.[7] This interest blossomed around age eight, leading her to perform publicly for the first time.[7] At age eight, Jannat gained her initial public recognition by winning the "Stars of Tomorrow" talent show in Morocco, where she performed on stage with a musical band and took first prize.[7] This early success marked the beginning of her exposure in local competitions. In 2000, at age 14, she participated in the Layali Dubai Festival as part of the Dubai Shopping Festival and won the Best Arabic Voice award.[7]Personal life
Jannat completed a university degree in business administration in Morocco, after which she dedicated herself fully to her musical pursuits.[6] In 2017, she married Egyptian lawyer Mohamed Othman Noman in a ceremony held in Cairo.[8] The couple welcomed their first daughter, named Jannat, in May 2019, followed by their second daughter, Julia, in August 2020.[9] Jannat relocated to Egypt following her rise in the music industry there, where she has since established her primary residence and continues to perform regularly.[10] In public appearances, Jannat has shared that she maintains balance between her family life and career by approaching her responsibilities with focus and composure, as highlighted during a television segment where she performed alongside her daughters.[11]Career
Debut and breakthrough
Jannat's breakthrough began with her early exposure in singing competitions, which opened doors to prestigious performances. In 2000, at the age of 14, she won first place for Best Arabic Voice at the "Layali Dubai" event during the Dubai Shopping Festival, catching the attention of Ratiba El-Hefny, founder of the Cairo Opera House.[7] This led to an invitation to perform as an honored guest at the Cairo Congress of Arab Music, where she shared the stage with legendary artists including Majida El Roumi, Sabah Fakhri, and Wadih El Safi, marking her initial foray into the broader Arab music scene.[12] These experiences highlighted her vocal talent and provided crucial early performances that built her confidence as a young Moroccan artist.[2] Her first professional singing opportunity came in 2004 with the release of her debut single "Efhamny Habiby," which she also featured in a music video, introducing her romantic pop style to audiences.[13] Prior to this, Jannat had participated in local Moroccan competitions, including a national win at age eight in "Stars of Tomorrow," but the 2000 Dubai victory propelled her toward international recognition.[7] In 2005, she signed her initial contract with producer Ahmed Desouki of the Egyptian label Good News 4 Music, who was scouting new talents and recognized her potential; this affiliation laid the foundation for her professional career before transitioning to major labels later.[14] The release of her debut album Elli Beny W Benak in 2006, produced by Desouki after a year and a half of preparation, solidified her entry into the industry and received positive reception for its catchy tracks and her emotive delivery, earning her admiration across the Arab world.[15] The album's success helped establish Jannat as an emerging voice in Arabic pop, with songs like the title track gaining airplay and fan appreciation.[16] As a young Moroccan singer venturing into the Egyptian Arabic music market, Jannat faced challenges including balancing her ongoing education in Morocco with professional commitments, which delayed some early opportunities, and adapting to perform predominantly in the Egyptian dialect despite her North African roots.[13] She eventually relocated to Egypt to pursue her career full-time, overcoming these hurdles to perform and record in Cairo, the hub of Arab music production.[17]Rise to prominence
Jannat's ascent in the Arab music industry accelerated following the release of her second studio album, Hob Emtelak, on April 15, 2009, which showcased her evolving vocal style and included tracks that resonated with audiences across the region, building on her initial breakthrough. The album, produced independently through Good News 4 Music, marked a pivotal step in establishing her as a rising talent in Egyptian Arabic pop.[18][19] In 2012, Jannat signed a three-album contract with Rotana Records, the leading Arabic music label, which provided greater resources for production and distribution, significantly boosting her commercial reach. This partnership culminated in the release of her third album, Hob Gamed, in 2013, featuring the title track as a standout single that captured widespread attention for its energetic melody and emotional lyrics. The song and album received positive critical reception and achieved notable commercial success, solidifying her presence in the mainstream Arab pop scene.[20][21][22] Jannat continued her momentum with the fourth studio album, Be Nafs El Kalam, released on April 19, 2016, under Rotana, which included introspective tracks promoted through official music videos and targeted media campaigns to engage fans. During the 2010s, she focused primarily on solo releases, with occasional features on regional compilations that highlighted her versatility in contemporary Arabic pop. Her growing visibility was further amplified by live performances, including appearances at the 19th Arab Music Festival in Cairo in 2010 and the 20th edition in 2011, as well as concerts in cities like Alexandria, helping to expand her fanbase throughout the Arab world.[23][24][25][26][27]Recent activities
In 2020, Jannat released her fifth studio album, Ana Fe Entezarak, on August 15, comprising 11 tracks that continued her signature blend of Arabic pop and romantic themes.[28][29] Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Jannat adapted by emphasizing digital releases and virtual promotions, aligning with broader industry shifts toward streaming platforms to maintain audience engagement without live performances.[30] Post-2020, she issued several singles, including "Samak Zina" in 2025, which highlighted her versatility in contemporary Moroccan-influenced rhythms.[31] In August 2025, Jannat dropped her sixth studio album, Aloum Ala Meen, featuring standout tracks like "Fat Bokra" and "Mobsouteen," distributed digitally via major platforms.[32] That October, she contributed the promotional single "El Wououd" (The Promises) for the animated film Oscar: Return of the Mammoth, marking her involvement in cinematic soundtracks.[33] Jannat resumed live performances after pandemic restrictions eased, including a headline set at the Mawazine Festival in Rabat in June 2024, where she performed a mix of hits to large crowds.[34] Her current releases are under Universal Music MENA, reflecting a shift from prior labels like Rotana.[35] As of late 2025, Jannat has announced no major future projects beyond ongoing single promotions, focusing on sustaining her digital presence in the Arab music scene.[4]Artistry
Musical style
Jannat primarily sings in the Egyptian Arabic dialect, a choice that distinguishes her as a Moroccan-born artist adapting to the dominant linguistic framework of contemporary Arab pop music. This dialect allows her to connect deeply with a broad Arab audience, blending it seamlessly with her Moroccan roots to create a cross-cultural appeal. Her genre preferences center on a fusion of pop and romantic ballads infused with traditional Arabic elements, often characterized as Oriental Tarab—a style emphasizing timeless melodies that evoke emotional depth and longevity.[17][36][4] Her vocal timbre is warm and compassionate, marked by an emotive delivery that excels in conveying the nuances of love songs, where subtle inflections and sustained notes heighten the intimacy of the lyrics. While specific vocal range details are not extensively documented in analyses, her technique relies on a distinctive, soulful quality that prioritizes emotional resonance over technical virtuosity, enabling her to navigate both upbeat tracks and poignant ballads with elegance. This signature style positions her within the realm of contemporary Arab pop, where her performances mirror the genre's emphasis on heartfelt expression and melodic accessibility, akin to the polished emotionalism found in regional hits.[37][38] Over the course of her career, Jannat's musical evolution reflects a shift from traditional Arabic influences in her early albums, such as the gold-certified Elli Beny W Benak (2006), to incorporating modern production techniques in later works, including electronic beats and contemporary arrangements in singles like "Wahda Wahda" (2024) and her 2025 album Aloum Ala Meen. This progression highlights her adaptability, moving toward independent production post-2020 that integrates Moroccan rhythmic elements with Egyptian pop structures for a refreshed sound. Her approach maintains a focus on audience sensitivity, evolving her Tarab-rooted style into a more versatile, globally resonant form without abandoning its core emotional foundation.[36][4][39][40]Influences and legacy
Jannat's musical influences draw heavily from classical Arab icons, particularly Umm Kulthum and Mohammed Abdel Wahab, whose songs she began imitating as a child around age five, captivating her family with renditions performed at home.[13] Early in her career, she covered tracks by Umm Kulthum and Warda, blending these timeless styles with contemporary pop elements that shaped her artistic development.[41] These inspirations reflect her exposure to Morocco's rich tradition of Arabic classics, often featured at weddings and cultural events, fostering her appreciation for emotive vocals and orchestral arrangements.[41] As a Moroccan artist thriving in the Egyptian-dominated Arab music market, Jannat has made a notable cultural impact by adopting Egyptian Arabic for her lyrics and relocating to Cairo, where she built her career through collaborations with local producers and labels like Rotana.[2] Her breakthrough albums, such as Elli Beny W Benak (2006) and Hob Emtelak (2009), achieved top sales and awards in Egypt and the broader region, positioning her as a cultural ambassador who bridges Maghrebi roots with pan-Arab pop sensibilities.[42] This success highlights the permeability of the Egyptian music industry to North African talents, challenging its historical centrality while promoting cross-regional fusion.[42] Jannat has contributed significantly to female representation in Arab pop music, emerging as one of the most prominent young women in the field and inspiring a new generation of female artists through her versatile output and public persona.[42] Her achievements underscore the growing visibility of women navigating male-dominated production landscapes, with her story of perseverance—rooted in family support, including her mother's background as a singer—serving as a model for aspiring talents across the Arab world.[42] Her legacy endures through a rapidly expanding fanbase that spans Morocco, Egypt, and the wider Arab diaspora, evidenced by devoted supporters like long-time Egyptian admirers who attend her concerts and engage with her releases.[42] Media portrayals consistently hail her as a leading voice among young female singers, amplifying her role in modernizing Arab pop while honoring classical traditions, and her work continues to influence emerging artists via fan covers and social media tributes on platforms like YouTube.[43]Discography
Studio albums
Jannat's debut studio album, Elli Beny W Benak, was released on July 12, 2006, by the Egyptian label Good News 4 Music.[44] The album marked her entry into the Arabic pop scene and achieved gold certification in the Arab world as a debut release.[45] It consists of 10 tracks blending romantic and emotional themes, with key songs including "Aktar Men Sana," "Bahebbak," and the title track "Elli Beny W Benak." The full track listing is as follows:- "Aktar Men Sana"
- "Bahebbak"
- "Gideed"
- "Kelmet Bahebak"
- "Lahza"
- "Menni Leek"
- "W Edert Teb'ed"
- "Betmor Be Aazma"
- "Elli Beny W Benak"
- "Mageetsh Leh"
- "Ana Donyeto"
- "Hob Emtelak"
- "Aala Fekra"
- "Esmaa Kalamy"
- "Al Tefla Al Bari'a"
- "Aashan Khatro"
- "Domeny Bwayonak"
- "Kan Lak"
- "Ka3nak Rooh"
- "El Hob Kayef Yetsagh"
- "Mesh Farytet"[46]
- "Keda Ya Habibi"
- "Hob Gamed"
- "Shokran Ala El Resala"
- "Matkhafsh Men Bokra"
- "Elbadi Azlam"
- "Ayeshni Aktar"
- "Awlad We Beit"
- "Mesa Elgamal"
- "Ana Nesetak"
- "Fakrt Tol"
- "Elnas Men Gedid"
- "Enta Elgamal"
- "Ya Rab"
- "Aiza Araab"
- "Akhat Karar"
- "Akher Ahzani"
- "Esal Megarab"
- "Mish Regola"
- "100 Dalel"
- "Be Nafs Elkalam"
- "Batal Teghani"
- "Akid Zealet"
- "Ya Qalb"
- "Ana Fe Entezarak"
- "Ewaa"
- "Ahla Men El Ahlam"
- "Demoo Webaket"
- "Rayka"
- "Elly Fe Baly"
- "Men Laylaha L Nahar"
- "El Hob De"
- "Bas El Hob"
- "Enty"
- "Bas Ana"[28]
- "Aloum Ala Meen"
- "El-Noss Elli Yekhos"
- "Min El Leilah"
- "Kash Kash"
- "Sabry Taal"
- "Samak Zena"
- "Ashyak Wahda"
- "Eghlat"
- "El Wo3ood"
- "Ammy"[48]
