Best of Khaled
Khaled · 2007
67 min · 15 tracks · jazz · raï
A vibrant blend of traditional raï rhythms and contemporary pop sensibilities, pulsating with emotive vocals.
Best of Khaled is an album by Khaled, released in 2007. A vibrant blend of traditional raï rhythms and contemporary pop sensibilities, pulsating with emotive vocals. This album is significant for its role in popularizing raï music on a global scale, featuring hits like 'Aicha' which received extensive radio play across Europe. It also served to introduce new audiences to Khaled's work, leading to increased interest in Algerian music and culture. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Best of Khaled sound like?
A vibrant blend of traditional raï rhythms and contemporary pop sensibilities, pulsating with emotive vocals. Rooted in jazz and raï.
What makes Best of Khaled by Khaled notable?
This album is significant for its role in popularizing raï music on a global scale, featuring hits like 'Aicha' which received extensive radio play across Europe. It also served to introduce new audiences to Khaled's work, leading to increased interest in Algerian music and culture. By the time 'Best of Khaled' was released in 2007, Khaled had already established himself as a prominent figure in world music, particularly with his breakout album 'N'Ssi N'Ssi' in 1992. This compilation came after years of international success, showcasing his evolution as an artist and solidifying his status as the 'King of Raï'.
How many songs are on Best of Khaled?
Best of Khaled has 15 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Didi Standout 5:00
- 2 Wahrane 4:27
- 3 Aicha Standout 4:21
- 4 Abdel Kader Standout 5:02
- 5 Oueli El Darek 3:11
- 6 Oran Marseille 4:25
- 7 Les Ailes 4:54
- 8 Sahra 4:11
- 9 Ne m'en voulez pas 4:57
- 10 N'Ssi N'Ssi 3:33
- 11 Ya-Rayi 4:01
- 12 H'Mama 6:49
- 13 Benthi 4:43
- 14 La terre a tremblé 4:28
- 15 Mon premier amour 3:22
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