Cheb Hasni
Cheb Hasni (Arabic: الشاب حسني), born Hasni Chakroun (Arabic: حسني شقرون), (1 February 1968 – 29 September 1994), was an Algerian raï singer. Regarded as "The King of Sentimental Music" and "The Legend of Raï Music ", his contribution to music made him one of the most celebrated Algerian artist of the late 20th century. He was popular across the Maghreb, having reached the height of his career in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Cheb Hasni حسني شقرون | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Hasni Chakroun |
| Born | 1 February 1968 Oran, Algeria |
| Origin | Gambetta, Oran |
| Died | 29 September 1994 (aged 26) Oran, Algeria |
| Genres | Raï |
| Occupation(s) | Singer |
| Years active | 1986–1994 |
| Spouse(s) |
Malika Zahzouh (m. 1987) |
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