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Ahmed Bukhatir
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Ahmed Bukhatir in Alqasba Algeria
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أحمد بوخاطر
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| Born | 16 October 1975 |
| Origin | Sharjah, UAE |
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Ahmed Bukhatir, born on October 16, 1975, is a famous singer and songwriter from the UAE. He is well-known for his inspiring songs, called nasheeds. These songs often share positive messages and are usually sung without musical instruments.
About Ahmed Bukhatir
Ahmed Bukhatir grew up in Sharjah, a city in the UAE. He was the fifth of ten children in his family. His father, Abdul Rahman Bukhatir, was a very successful businessman. He made his fortune during a time when the UAE economy was growing fast.
When Ahmed was a child, he spent time at an Islamic center. There, he learned how to recite the Quran beautifully. This skill is called Tajwid. Ahmed started singing professionally when he was 20 years old. His first album, called Entasaf Al-Layl, came out in 2000. He continues to sing without musical instruments, following Islamic law. Besides religious songs, Ahmed also sings about important community topics.
His Work Outside Music
Ahmed Bukhatir finished university in 1999. By the age of 29, he became a CEO, which means he was a top leader, of a company called Promax ME. Today, he is the head of the Mcfadden Group of Companies.
Ahmed is also involved in politics. The Ruler of Sharjah chose him to be a member of the Sharjah Council. This is like being a senator, helping make important decisions for the region. He is also a brand ambassador for "Du Telecom", a big phone company in the UAE.
Ahmed's Music Albums
Ahmed Bukhatir has released many albums. He sings in English, Arabic, and French.
| Year | Title | Songs |
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| 2000 | Entasaf Al-Layl | - Ajaban - Kam Tashtaki |
| 2001 | Al Quds Tunadeena | Al-Qudsu Tunadeena - Waqafa Al Teflo - Taweel Alshawq- Nasheed Ramadaan - Zayed Al Khair |
| 2003 | Fartaqi | Ya Adheeman - Al Hijab - Al Qur'an - Dar Al Ghorour - Fartaqi - Talib Al Ilm - Ya Eid - Ya Man Yara |
| 2003 | Samtan | Ummi - Nasheed Al Shariqah - Mobheron - Lenantaleq - Kayfa Anzahoo - Last Breath |
| 2005 | Da'ani | Da'ani - Thalaseemia - It's Time - Iqra - Naseem Al Shawq - Forgive Me - Ya Akhi - Zawjati |
| 2007 | Hasanat | Ya Bunaya - Sunna' Al Hayat - Don't Let Me Go! - Ayuhal Hadi - Hijab - Khair Al Khalq - Allah Almighty - Hasanat - Atfalana - I Still Ask |
| 2010 | Moments with Allah | Remember Them - Donyal Bashr - Hold these days - La ilaha il Allah - Moth Arafto Allah - Nihayat Ghorba - Pourquoi les hommes pleurent - Udata Durra - Ya ilahi - Yosif |
Live Shows and Concerts
Ahmed Bukhatir gave his first public performance in 2002. He sang at a "Holy Qura'an" competition. Important leaders like Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Sheikh Abdul Rahman Al Sudais were there. Sheikh Abdul Rahman Al Sudais is the imam (prayer leader) of the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
Ahmed has traveled to many countries for his concerts. He has performed in India, South Africa, and Australia. A notable event was the Global Peace and Unity event in London, United Kingdom, in 2006. He also performed at Excel Hall and the Natural History Museum in London.
On July 3, 2010, Ahmed performed at the "Journey of Faith" Conference in Toronto, Canada. In April 2012, he sang at a special event to help the Sightsavers Middle East foundation. Later that month, he performed in Dallas, Houston, and Chicago. In May, he had concerts in Hartford, Connecticut.
In March 2018, Ahmed Bukhatir became a brand ambassador for the International Schools of Creative Science in the UAE. That same year, he toured Britain in April. His performances included shows in Blackburn, Dewsbury, Leicester, East London, and Cardiff.
