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Layal Abboud
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Abboud in Tabarja, July 2015
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| Born | 15 May 1982 Al-Knaissah, Tyre District, Lebanon
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| Nationality | Lebanese |
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| Title | "The Beauty of Arab Songstresses" (Arabic: جميلة المطربات العرب) at 2016 Miss Arab World |
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(m. 1998; div. 2009) |
| Children | 1 |
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| Years active | 2007–present |
| Labels | Aya Production (2007–2010) Layal Production (2010–current) Lola's World (2017–current) |
Layal Mounir Abboud (Arabic: ليال منير عبود; born May 15, 1982) is a Lebanese pop singer and entertainer. She is also a sound-lyric poet, dancer, and model. Layal Abboud was born in the village of Kniseh in Southern Lebanon.
Before becoming a famous singer, Layal worked as a police officer. She studied English literature, translation, and music at different universities. Layal first appeared on TV in a show called Studio El-Fan in 2001. Her music career really took off when her first album, Fi Shouq, came out in 2007. She sings in many Arabic dialects and is known for her Lebanese folk music. Layal Abboud is a member of the Syndicate of Professional Artists in Lebanon.
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Early Life and Education
Layal Abboud grew up in a big Muslim family in the village of Kanisah, Lebanon. Her parents, Mounir and Maryam, had many children. Layal loved singing and dancing from a young age. She was a big fan of the Egyptian pop singer Amr Diab. Her father supported her talent and bought her a violin when she was six.
When she was 14, Layal started working as a private tutor, helping over 13 students. She went on to study English literature and translation at university, earning a master's degree. She also studied music at the Lebanese National Higher Conservatory for two years. Before her music career, Layal worked as a police officer for two years. She was part of the Lebanese Police Force, working in security at the Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport.
Musical Journey
Layal Abboud first appeared on television in the popular show Studio El-Fan during its 2001–02 season. She performed in many cafés and restaurants in Beirut. This helped her meet other musicians like Richard Najm and Salim Salameh. Layal then studied music with Richard Najm. By 2006, she became skilled at playing several instruments, including the oud, organ, and guitar.
Her first album, Fi Shouq (meaning On Longing), was released in late 2007. Layal has said that "Music is my life!" She looks up to famous musicians like Ammar El Sherei and Sabah. Layal also enjoys French music, saying she is a "hopeless romantic." Besides singing, Layal is also a poet and composer. However, she focuses on her singing career, as advised by her manager.
Fashion and Business
Layal Abboud works closely with fashion designer Akel Fakih. She trusts his ideas for her outfits, whether for performances or daily life. Akel Fakih has said they have a special connection when it comes to fashion. Layal also has a team for her look, including Elie Samaan for hair and makeup, Serene Assaad as her stylist, and Hussein Salman as her photographer.
In 2017, Layal Abboud also appeared as a fashion model for Akl Fakih at an event in Beirut. She is also the founder of Loulou Secret, a wedding planning company based in Amman. Additionally, she runs Layal Productions, which manages her music career.
Media and Public Image
Layal Abboud believes that sometimes the media treats her unfairly. She has said that she is a "normal artist" who keeps up with fashion. In 2016, some fake pictures were spread online that looked like her. Layal took legal action against those who created and shared these false images. A suspect was later arrested in connection with this.
In 2017, Layal spoke out against a magazine that showed her picture with a misleading headline. She felt the magazine was trying to get more readers by simplifying and misinterpreting her words. She has also criticized some music journalists for their negative writing.
Personal Life
Layal Abboud moved to Beirut in 2009. She takes good care of her health and appearance. In 2017, she shared that she had a nose surgery, but said her beauty comes from sports. She supports banning smoking in public places in Lebanon.
Layal has loved sports and horseback riding since she was a child. She owns four horses, which she keeps in the village of Tanbourit. Their names are Rim, Loulou, Khaybar, and Layal. Layal Abboud is a practicing Muslim. She fasts during Ramadan and spends time with her family for meals before dawn and after sunset. She is also involved in charity work and describes herself as a very generous person. In early 2018, her home was robbed, and jewelry and cash were stolen.
Family Life
Layal Abboud got married when she was sixteen in 1998. She had her only son, Jad, in 2004. She later divorced her husband. Layal described her early marriage as a "love story" and said she is a "romantic and dreamy woman." She explained that they divorced with respect, and she chose to focus on her art career. In 2017, she mentioned that a relationship with a diplomat ended because their career paths were too different.
Layal is very close to her family. She once released a song dedicated to her mother, Maryam. This song helped her parents decide to move back to Lebanon from Saudi Arabia to be closer to her.
Music Albums
Studio Albums
- 2008: Fi Shouq
- 2011: Ma Ba'eesh
Singles (Songs not on albums)
- 2007: Winni Ya Winn
- 2007: Albi Yamma
- 2007: Tshoobi
- 2007: Abouya 2alli
- 2007: Aam Bihlamak
- 2007: Hawasi Kella
- 2007: Fi Shoo'
- 2008: Wad Al Hetta
- 2009: Shid El Jaroufe
- 2009: Bjnoun
- 2010: Lazem Taaraf
- 2010: BIBI
- 2010: Ahla Zaffe
- 2010: Dinyi Wlad
- 2010: Ma B3eesh
- 2010: Ya Tayr El Tayer
- 2012: Ya Ana Ya Ana
- 2013: Khashkhash hadid El Mohra
- 2014: Khaliha Bi Albi Tijrah
Film Appearances
- Satw Mosalas (2016) as a cast member.
Awards and Recognition
Layal Abboud has received many awards for her work:
- February 14, 2010: Honorary Award by Lebanese Armed Forces
- November 23, 2011: Honorary Award by Lebanese Armed Forces
- March 6, 2012: Lebanese festival of cinema and television award
- June 15, 2014: Wazzani Folk Award
- December 10, 2014: Best 2014 Arabic Song, A Golden Award by Cairo Mondial Festival of Art and Media
- November 24, 2015: Honorary Award by Lebanese Armed Forces
- April 27, 2016: Honorary Award by Lebanese Armed Forces
- March 19, 2016: Recognition Award by Viken Tchaparian
- August 13, 2016: Qousaya Folk Award
- August 28, 2016: Maghdouché Folk Award
- September 22, 2016: Honored by Guy Aswad
- April 17, 2017: 2017 Cultural Award for Artistic Creativity by Al-Aseel Association for Heritage Revival
- May 11, 2017: AUL University Commemoration
- July 19, 2017: Bziza Folk Award
See also
In Spanish: Layal Abboud para niños
- Music of Lebanon
- List of Layal Abboud live performances
- List of female Lebanese singers
