Zakaria Abdulla

Pop Singer

Birth Year 1980

Birthplace Iraq

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About

Singer known for combining Kurdish melodies with popular regional music styles. He is one of the most popular artists in the Middle East. His popular singles include "Netbînim" and "Roji Bextim." His albums include To Hatî, Bigerewe, Daye and Gencî Pîr.

Before Fame

His first album, To Hatî, was released in 1998.

Trivia

In November 2008, he received the Medal of honor and was acknowledged as one of Iraq and Kurdistan's greatest artists. He donated the profits from his 2010 album Laperrey Spî to organizations helping orphaned and impoverished children.

Family Life

He was born into a musical family. He left his homeland in the 1990s. He lived in several European countries before finally settling in Sweden.

Associated With

He and Bana Shirwan are both popular Kurdish singers.