Cheb Bilal facts for kids
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Cheb Bilal
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| Native name |
الشاب بلال
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| Birth name | Bilal Mouffok |
| Born | 23 July 1966 Cherchell, Algeria |
| Origin | Oran, Algeria |
| Genres | Raï |
| Occupation(s) | Singer |
| Years active | 1980–present |
| Labels | RedSone, Sun House, AVM Edition |
Bilal Mouffok (born on July 23, 1966) is a famous singer from Algeria. He is known by his stage name, Cheb Bilal. He sings a popular type of music called raï, which comes from Algeria. Cheb Bilal creates traditional music using instruments like congas and violins.
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Cheb Bilal's Musical Journey
Early Life and Training
Bilal spent most of his childhood in a city called Oran in Algeria. His parents divorced when he was young, so his grandparents raised him. He loved music from an early age. He studied music at a special school called a conservatory in Oran. A conservatory is a place where people learn to play music and sing professionally.
Starting His Career
When he was starting out, Cheb Bilal performed at weddings and local festivals around Oran. This helped him gain experience and share his music with people. In 1980, he formed his own music group called El Ahouar.
Moving to France
In 1989, Cheb Bilal moved to Marseille, a city in France. He has said that moving to Marseille was a very important moment for his career. It helped him reach a wider audience and grow as a musician. He has continued to make music and perform since then.
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