A mainstream raï artist.
Cheb Mami is an Algerian raï singer and actor, widely recognized for modernizing and globalizing the traditional raï genre. His distinctive voice and fusion of North African rhythms with contemporary sounds led to international acclaim, notably through his 1999 collaboration "Desert Rose" with Sting. He is often referred to as the "Prince of Raï" for his significant contributions to the genre.
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Cheb Mami is renowned for his raï music, an Algerian folk genre, which he infused with modern pop and world music influences, notably in his global hit "Desert Rose".
Cheb Mami, whose real name is Mohamed Khelifati, was born in Saïda, Algeria.
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