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Raphael Jabbour
رافاييل جبور
Background information
Born
Raphael Jabbour

(1996-06-14) 14 June 1996 (age 30)
GenresArabic music, Pop
OccupationSinger
InstrumentVocals
Years active2015–present

Raphael Jabbour , born 14 June 1996 in Qoubaiyat) is a Lebanese singer. He became known to the general public in 2015 during his participation in the eleventh season of the pan-Arab talent show Star Academy.

Biography

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Early career and media breakthrough

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Raphael Jabbour began his musical career in late 2015 by joining the cast of the eleventh season of the Arabic version of Star Academy. He reached the final stages of the program and gained strong popularity in the Arab world, enjoying massive popular support upon his return to his hometown in Lebanon.[1]

Thrust quickly into the spotlight, the young artist faced the pressure of sudden fame. In an interview with the major Kuwaiti daily Al Rai, he reflected on this transitional period, explaining the psychological shock associated with this rapid fame, stating that he felt like he was "the center of the Earth". This realization subsequently led him to step away temporarily from the media scene to mature artistically.[2][3]

Musical career

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Right after leaving the show, he began his career as a solo singer. He released his debut single, "Chayef Ya Albi" (2016), which quickly met with digital success.[4] The following year, he consolidated his repertoire with the release of the track "Matrah Ma Tnam" (2017).

After a hiatus dedicated to redefining his musical identity, he made his comeback in 2021 with the song "Waat El Jad". This track, accompanied by a music video, marked a notable change in his musical and visual style, which was highlighted by the specialized press in the Arab world.[5][6]

His contributions to contemporary Arabic pop music earned him several honors, notably during festivals in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.[7]

Discography

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  • 2016: "Chayef Ya Albi"
  • 2017: "Matrah Ma Tnam"
  • 2021: "Waat El Jad"

References

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  1. ↑ "How was Raphael Jabbour welcomed in his hometown of Qoubaiyat?". Music Nation (in Arabic). 2016.
  2. ↑ "Raphael Jabbour to Al Rai: "I felt like I was the center of the Earth"". Al Rai (in Arabic). 2021.
  3. ↑ "Raphael Jabbour: The Academy experience and the changes in my life". Al Jarida (in Arabic). 2016.
  4. ↑ "One million for Raphael Jabbour". Music Nation (in Arabic). 2016.
  5. ↑ "Exclusive - Details of Raphael Jabbour's new song "Waat El Jad"". El Fann (in Arabic). 2021.
  6. ↑ "Raphael Jabbour returns with "Waat El Jad"". ET Bilarabi (in Arabic). 2021.
  7. ↑ "Raphael Jabbour honored for the second time in Sharm El Sheikh". Sayidaty (in Arabic).

Category:1996 births Category:Living people Category:Lebanese male singers Category:Arabic-language singers