Mohamed Mounir is a famous Egyptian singer and actor with a career spanning over forty years.
He is known for his fusion of musical styles, incorporating classical Egyptian music, Nubian melodies, blues, jazz and reggae into his compositions.
His lyrics are known for their philosophical depth and poignant social and political commentary. The title, affectionately known as “El King” by fans, is a nod to his iconic albums and performances El Malik Howa El Malik (A king is a king).
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- Full name: Mohammad Munir
- Stage name: Mohammed Munir
- Date of birth: October 10, 1954
- Age: 70 years old
- Place of birth: Aswan, Egypt
- Occupation: Egyptian singer and actor
- Nationality: Abba Al Yazid Gebrel Metwali
- Siblings: unknown
- Spouse: Dalia Abdel Rahman (divorced)
- Children: unknown
- Relationship: Single
- Net worth: unknown
early life and education
Mohamed Mounir was born on October 10, 1954 in Aswan, Egypt. He is the son of Mohammed Abba Al Yazid Gebril Metwali and an unknown mother. While he may have grown up with siblings, their names are not known to the public.
Mounir graduated from Helwan University’s School of Applied Arts where he studied photography, film and television. He is of Nubian-Egyptian descent and believes in Islam.
Profession
Mohamed Mounir’s musical journey began in the 1970s, earning acclaim for his unique blend of traditional Egyptian music, Nubian rhythms, and contemporary genres such as jazz, rock, and reggae. Known for philosophical themes and social commentary, his lyrics often explore love, identity, and cultural heritage, deeply resonating with listeners.
After college, Munir juggled his burgeoning music career with his military service, performing concerts and releasing his debut solo album in 1974, Alemoni Enecki1977.
album single “Madad” Stirring controversy due to its perceived spiritual themes, subsequent albums such as Ahmar Shafayev (2003) marked his return to a more secular style. His collaborations with Austrian musician Hubert von Goisern, including a European tour, further expanded his global influence.
Throughout the 2000s, Mounir continued to create socially conscious music, with albums including: Embare Can Omri Eshren (2005) and tam el beyout (2008), shows his creative evolution.
In 2012, he released ya al arab we talabcementing his reputation as a pioneer in the Arab music scene. He has also headlined major events including the 2010 Liverpool Arab Festival.
Apart from music, Munir also left his mark in the film industry, working with renowned director Youssef Chahine on films such as Almaser (destiny) and Haduta Masreya (egyptian story). In 2005, he played a blind professor in the controversial film duniademonstrating his versatility as an artist.
In 2021, Munir announced plans to perform in Jerusalem, Haifa, Ramallah and Gaza City, positioning himself as a “representative of peace.” The move underscores his commitment to using the arts as a bridge for cultural dialogue, cementing his legacy as a transformative figure in music and film.
Awards and nominations
- CNN Peace Prize: Awarded for his album “Al Adwal Salam” (Land and Peace) 2002
- MEMA Best Singer Award: won in 2008
- Platinum Award: Won the Best Arab Egyptian Singer Award from the international music production company Universal
- Diamond Award: Presented by BAMA Awards
- GQ Middle East Legend Awards: Recognized as a Cultural Icon of 2020
social media
- Instagram account: @mounirofficial
- Facebook account: Mohamed Mounir – ٩٩٠٢٠
- Twitter account: @MohamedMouniiir
personal life
Mohamed Munir is currently single. He previously made headlines for marrying Dalia Abdel Rahman when he was 60, but the marriage was short-lived and reports suggested they were married two months later Just got divorced.
Prior to this, Munir had been single for a long time and did not have any significant public relations record.
discography
- Alemoni Enecki (Your eyes teach me) – 1977
- burnetveld (We are being born) – 1978
- shababek (Windows) – 1981
- etkalemi (Speech)——1983
- barea (Innocent) – 1986
- west eldera (in the middle of the circle) – 1987
- sokolata (Chocolate) – 1989
- eskendria (Alexander) – 1990
- Meshwa (Travel) – 1991
- El Tool We El Loon We El Horya (length, color and degrees of freedom) – 1992
- Efta Arbak (Open Your Heart) – 1994
- Moken (maybe) – 1995
- Manavir Ramza (from first contact) – 1996
- el faha (Happy) – 1999
- Anna Albi Masakem Shabia (My heart is public housing) – 2001
- El Ad, El Salam – 2002
- Embare Can Omri Eshlen – 2004
- el faha – 1999
- ya al arab waltab – 2012
film chronology
- destiny (Almasel) (1997)
- egyptian story (Hadotah Masreya)(1982)
- pyramid scheme (1993)
- Young man on a whim (1990)
- The sixth day (1986)
- Don’t kiss my eyes when you kiss me (1988)
- Searching for Tutankhamun Ankh-Ammon (1996)
net worth
Mohamed Munir’s net worth and financial status have not been publicly disclosed. While specific details about his wealth are unclear and may fluctuate, his long and successful career in music and acting has undoubtedly contributed to his financial status.
