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Angham Mohamed Ali Suleiman
أنغام محمد على سليمان 19 January 1972 |
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| Years active | 1987–present |
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Magdy Aref
(m. 1994–2003)Fahd Al-Shalabi
(m. 2004–2008)Ahmed Ezz
(m. 2011–2012)Ahmed Ibrahim
(m. 2019–2020) |
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Angham Mohamed Ali Suleiman, known as Angham, is a popular Egyptian singer, recording artist, and actress. She was born on January 19, 1972. Angham began her music career in 1987. Her father, Mohammad Suleiman, helped guide her early steps in music. She became very famous in the Middle East music scene.
In 2005, Angham released the album Bahibbik Wahashteeny. It was praised by critics. Later, in 2007, her album Kolma N'arrab became a huge success. It sold over 500,000 copies in a few months. This album also earned a platinum award.
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About Angham's Life
Angham was born in Alexandria, Egypt. She was the oldest child of Mohammad Suleiman. Her father was a violinist, composer, and singer. Her mother, Mageda Abdel Haleem, is also a well-known artist. Angham grew up in a Muslim family.
In the late 1990s, her family moved to Cairo. They settled in El Mohandiseen, an area where many celebrities live. Angham has two brothers, Khaled and Ahmad. Khaled studied music, while Ahmad stayed out of the public eye.
Angham's Music Journey
Angham started singing when she was about sixteen. Her uncle, Emad Abdel Haleem, guided her. She first performed in public at a Cairo Radio event. She sang "el Gannah Taht Akdamek," a song for mothers.
After high school, Angham studied at Cairo's Conservatory of Music. She learned music basics and how to play the piano and Oud.
Early Career: 1987–1994
Angham's first album, Fil Rokn elBaeed elHady, came out in 1987. Her father introduced her to Sayed Naser, a record producer. Angham was the first and youngest artist to join his company. Famous composer Mohammed Abdel Wahab even gave Angham the rights to his song "Basbosa."
Most songs on this album were composed by her father. The album was a big success. The next year, Angham released Awal Gawab. This album honored Egyptian composer Sayed Makkawy. He also gave her the rights to his song "Aalo Enseeh."
Awal Gawab was not as successful as her first album. Angham performed live sometimes but avoided big tours. Her first major concerts were at the Cairo Opera House. She felt these shows proved her strong singing voice.
She released four more albums between 1989 and 1991. These albums explored themes like love, friendship, and family. In 1992, she sang two songs composed by Saudi artist Mohammed Al-Senan. One of her later albums from this period, Bibassata Kida, was very successful. It featured the hit song "Ya Tayeb."
In 1992, Angham started working less with her father. This led to her seventh album, Intal Alam. The 1993 album Ella Ana was very popular. Songs like "Telephonak Kam" and "Ella Ana" were big hits.
Expanding Her Style: 1995–2000
After working less with her father, Angham teamed up with composer Ameer Abdel Mageed. He composed all the songs for her 1995 album, Baollak Eih. The song "Law Hasseit" had fast Latin beats. This helped Angham become more popular with young people.
In 1996, Angham released her tenth album, Akdar. Ameer Abdel Mageed composed all its songs. This album showed Angham could succeed without her father's full guidance.
Angham also started singing in the Gulf dialect. Her first Gulf album, "Shay Daa," came out in 1996. It was a huge hit in the Persian Gulf region. This led to her performing in countries like Qatar, Kuwait, and UAE.
In 1997, Angham released Betheb Meen with Rotana. She worked with her father on two songs. This showed that their personal relationship was still strong. Her second Gulf album, "Khalli Bokra L'Bokra," was released in 1998. It was even more successful.
Her 1999 album, Wahadaniya, was also very popular. Songs like "Bet'hebbaha Walla" and "Baatly Nazra" were hits. In 2000, Angham won "Best Female Artist" for "Wahadaniya." Her music video "Bethebbaha Walla" won "Best Music Video" in 1999.
New Beginnings: 2001–2003
Angham's album, Leih Sebtaha, was released in 2001. It featured the number-one song "Sidi Wisalak." This album showed a new, more confident side of Angham. She said this album was when she gained full creative control over her music.
"Sidi Wisalak" was a big commercial success. Both "Sidi Wisalak" and "Magabsh Serty" helped boost sales. Angham was named "Egypt's Number 1 Female Artist" in 2001.
In 2003, Angham released Omry Maak. This album included more R&B and ballad songs. The songs "Omry Maak" and "Arrefha Beya" reached number one in the Middle East. Omry Maak became one of Angham's best-selling albums.
Challenges and Comeback: 2004–2006
Angham's album Bahibbik Wahashteeny was released in 2005. She joined Rotana in 2004. The lead song, "Bahibbik Wahashteeny", received good reviews. Its music video showed Angham's real pregnancy.
Despite efforts to promote it, this album was not as commercially successful as others. Angham performed concerts and appeared on TV shows to help sales. She won the "Voice Of Love" Award in 2006.
Return to Stardom: 2007–2008
Angham's album, Kolma N'arrab, was released in 2007. It featured many talented composers and arrangers. This album became the best-selling album by a female artist in the Middle East in 2007. It earned Angham a platinum award.
The music video for "Kolma N'arrab" was very popular. Angham won the Best Egyptian Female Artist award in 2007. She appeared on many TV shows to promote her album. She also performed successful concerts, including one in Cairo.
Kolma N'arrab was nominated for Best Selling Record at the World Music Award 2007. In 2008, Angham continued her tour. She performed at the Doha's 9th Music Festival. Her music video for "Mabataallemsh" also became very popular.
Nefsy Ahebak: 2009
Angham worked on her nineteenth album, Nefsy Ahebak, for two years. It included songs written by famous lyricists and composers. She even recorded a Lebanese song for the first time.
The album was released on June 25, 2009. For the song "Mahzouma," Angham recorded with the Philharmonic Orchestra of Prague. This made it one of the most expensive songs in the Middle East. The album was well-received by critics and fans. Angham also filmed a music video for "Saat Keteer."
Acting Career
Angham started taking acting lessons in 2000. Her first acting role was in the play Leila Men Alf Leila (Night of a Thousand Nights). She starred alongside famous actors like Yehia elFakharany. The play was produced by the Cairo Opera House.
Her second acting experience was in the play Rossassa fil Alb (Bullet Right in the Heart). Angham enjoyed both experiences. However, she found stage acting very tiring. It required her to focus completely on the play, leaving little time for her singing career.
Rossassa fil Alb was her most successful acting role. She received many movie offers after that. But Angham chose to focus on her singing. She turned down roles in films like Sahar elLayali and Aan elAshk Wel Hawa.
Personal Life
Angham has spoken about her relationship with her father. She said she owes him a lot and was lucky to have him as her father. Her decision to work independently helped her become a strong artist.
Angham married Egyptian businessman Magdy Aref in 1999. They had a son named Omar. They divorced in 2000. She later married music arranger Fahd in 2004. They had a son named Abdel Rahman in 2005. Angham and Fahd divorced in 2008.
Angham was also briefly married to Egyptian actor Ahmed Ezz from 2011 to 2012.
Angham's Artistic Style
Angham has been influenced by classic Arabic singers like Mohammed Abdel Wahab, Fairuz, and Umm Kulthum. Her music blends Arabic classics with R&B and other modern styles. She is known for her wide vocal range.
Angham believes that singing in a low voice is harder than singing high notes. Her unique vocal ability allows her to sing in the whistle register. She is also known for expressing true emotions through her songs.
Discography
Studio albums
Singles
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See also
In Spanish: Angham para niños
