Because Eid is all about joy, and what’s joy without music? Just like new clothes and Eid gifts, fresh tracks bring soul to the celebration. Whether you’re dancing, chilling, reflecting, or remembering loved ones, these tunes are here to soundtrack the season. Once again, we’ve rounded up some of the Arab world’s most exciting hip-hop and indie releases, each one pulsing with bold soundscapes and unexpected musical shifts,

 1- Ziad Zaza feat Flex - “Sebny Alaa Doul”

A surprise Eid drop that channels festive street vibes with braggadocious bars and lyrical flair. Zaza and Flex deliver Arabic bars seasoned with French and Italian lines, over a beat that fuses hyperpop and drill, produced by the always-inventive La Sauce.

https://youtu.be/oor_iRI5d1Y?si=4Lp4g5McvgtgULPu

2- Soulja - “Dunya”

Soulja brings the spirit of community to life in “Dunya,” a vibrant Afropop-driven music video featuring joyful scenes of dancing schoolchildren. Produced by 7xusam and brought to life under the creative direction of Mohamed Osama and Hussein Khaled, with Soulja himself at the helm of production, the track pulses with themes of unity, resilience, and triumph over adversity - powered by an infectious rhythm that moves both heart and feet.

https://youtu.be/iu4SpeoUNZo?si=crEl5oohn-R6IzKc

3- Shabjdeed & AlNather - “MLKRAP”

Shabjdeed delivers a tightly-packed stream of bars reflecting on his rap journey, from his albums Sindibad to Sultan, with clever wordplay and metaphors galore. The video, designed by pixel-game artist Lijibon, rides on a punchy beat and production by AlNather.

https://youtu.be/2dxVpjO3Ugc?si=jzBbgDbrdQcxuX3Z

4 - Double Zuksh - Baolak eh?

Double Zuksh - “Baolak Eh?”

After a seven-month break, the mahraganat duo returns with a track that celebrates reunion, old friends, familiar neighbors, and the warmth of shared memories. Producer Kolbix Boi blends shaabi rhythms with mahraganat energy and subtle Amapiano flourishes.

https://youtu.be/DOLoFvazfzA?si=8sI1lUWzYvWXruIO

5- Moro feat ElGrande Toto - “Ma Vie” 

From Moro’s new album Narc, this collaboration finds the two rappers unpacking life’s struggles, the detours they’ve taken, and the heavy price of ambition. Produced by Skizo Beats, the track fuses drill with subtle touches of shaabi percussion for a raw yet layered feel.

https://youtu.be/6GMH-jwZA2I?si=z28Hab3MB_L6bu99

6- Nai Barghouti - “Rahu” 

Nay delivers a delicate, soul-stirring reflection on loss and longing in “Rahu.” This song is composed by Nai Barghouti, and her vocals float over a mix of electronic textures and warm violin arrangements by Dani Al Haj, creating a truly emotional listening experience.

https://youtu.be/2-MOizK9jVY?si=-2YWwOVCAOjjK5wF

7- Dollypran feat A.L.A - Insomnia

From Dollypran’s album Al Haqiqa, this Afrobeats-driven banger explores the cost of chasing dreams and the illusions of ego. Leaning unapologetically into raw Afro rhythms, the track strips away the frills - delivering nothing but infectious beats and an irresistible, dance-fueled energy.

https://youtu.be/gvxV8_IZiAE?si=k_rrkICYtPI7Nh8w

8- Sadat Elalamai - “El Power Elaali”

Sadat is back in full force. Whether through his EP El Moulid or his video with Fifty, this track shows him rallying his trusted crew to reclaim the mahraganat throne. With lyrics and delivery that harken back to Sadat’s early days, the video, directed by Khaled Bargouna, opts for night-vision aesthetics, casting Sadat and his crew as a ghostly, high-voltage gang on a mission.

https://youtu.be/61nvSItrjio?si=IQyeSPhV_0z2m2jo

9- Shkoon - “Souf” (Imad remix)

Imad’s remix brings a groovy twist to Shkoon’s track “Souf,” infusing it with late-night dancefloor energy while honoring its soulful, essence. A perfect track for summer nights and rooftop sessions.

https://youtu.be/FvZccZH87ng?si=Rfryo8osGWG74Fq_

10- Zaid khaled and Zlam - “Live Unplugged”

Zaid Khaled revisits some of his greatest hits alongside Zlam with a fresh, acoustic flair. Recorded live at the French Cultural Center in Cairo, the reimagined tracks highlight poetic lyrics over stripped-back violin and guitar. Standouts include “Amman Helweh,” “Ward,” “Rakeek,” and “Ala Nar.”

https://youtu.be/k3GVdJOu5FU?si=BUGCGsZbKfmJVHIK

11- Ntitled - “Xtra Crispy ll”

Five years after its original release, Ntitled returns with the sequel album to his experimental classic. “Xtra Crispy II” serves up 19 genre-blending tracks, from electronic and jazz to Gulf folk influences, plus real-world sounds from nature that elevate the whole experience.

https://open.spotify.com/album/5luG7rSLsMslVzOS5xD2lb?si=HQ0iFydMREi7hLT8CFY