Ahmed Saad

Biography of Ahmed Saad

Full Name: Ahmed Saad Al Sayed Qanawy
Date of Birth: August 20, 1981 (43 years old)
Place of Birth: Cairo, Egypt
Nationality: Egyptian
Profession: Singer, Composer
Musical Instruments: Human Voice
Languages: Arabic
Years of Activity: 2003 – Present
Marital Status: Formerly married to actress Reem El-Baroudy (2017-2016) and actress Somaya El-Khashab (2017-2019)
Children: 2
Siblings: Actor Amr Saad, and Samah Saad

Early Life and Career:

Ahmed Saad was born in Cairo, Egypt, into an artistic family. His older brother is the famous Egyptian actor Amr Saad. Growing up surrounded by music and entertainment, Ahmed developed an interest in music and art from an early age. He pursued his studies at Cairo University, with a particular focus on music and the arts. His professional music career began in 2003, when he released his debut album "Ashki Le Meen", which included popular tracks like "Habibi Roohy", "Yom Wa Ethneen", and "Azizi Aini". The album quickly gained recognition and made him a familiar name in the Egyptian music scene.

In 2007, after a series of successful singles, Ahmed Saad released his second album "Waheshtini Oyounak", which featured hit songs such as "Garhona", "Kafaya Keda", and "Kol Leila". His music videos became increasingly popular, airing frequently on music channels and contributing significantly to his rise to fame.

Discography and Notable Works:

• Albums:

  • 2003: Ashki Le Meen
  • 2007: Waheshtini Oyounak
  • 2010: Qarbaly
  • 2014: Mafeesh Ba'dak
  • 2019: Habibi

• Notable Singles:
  Ahmed Saad is known for his emotional and catchy songs, such as "Habibi Roohy", "Balaash Teb'ad", "Ed'ooly Fi El Harm", "Ya Donia", and "Sa'alat Nafsi".

• Television and Film Appearances:
  In addition to his music career, Ahmed Saad has ventured into acting, participating in various cinematic and television projects, including:

  • TV Series "Ehna El-Talaba" (2004)
  • Film "Ala Wadh'ak" (2009)
  • TV Series "El-Arafa" (2013)
  • Film "Ramadan Kareem" (2017)
  • TV Series "El-Shahra" (2021)

He has also contributed songs to several drama series that became hits, including "Mesh Ba'ee Menni" from the series "El-Shahra".

Awards and Recognition:

Throughout his career, Ahmed Saad has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to music. His work, particularly his albums and singles, has garnered both popular and critical acclaim. He has been recognized in many music festivals across Egypt and the Arab world.

Controversies and Legal Issues:

On October 31, 2021, the Musicians Syndicate issued a decision to ban Ahmed Saad from performing due to his failure to pay a fine imposed on him for violating the syndicate’s regulations. This was the second time the singer faced such a ban. The first was due to his collaboration with popular singer Hassan Shakosh on the song "Bent El-Giran".

Personal Life:

• Ahmed Saad was married to actress Reem El Baroudy in 2017, but they announced their separation after a short time.
• In 2017, he married actress Somaya El Khashab, but their marriage ended in March 2019.
• He has two children from his previous marriages.

Musical Style and Influence:

Ahmed Saad is known for his strong vocal delivery and his ability to merge traditional Egyptian folk with modern popular music. His songs often touch on themes of love, longing, and heartbreak, and his emotional voice has resonated deeply with fans across the Arab world. He is considered one of the leading voices in the Egyptian and Arabic pop music scene.