Cheb Akil
Cheb Akil
- Full name: Akil Meziane
- Date of birth: January 21, 1969
- Place of birth: Batna, Algeria
- Genre: Raï
- Occupation: Singer, songwriter, producer
- Years active: 1985–present
Early life and career
Cheb Akil was born in Batna, Algeria, in 1969. He began his musical career in the early 1980s, singing in local clubs and bars. In 1985, he released his debut album, "Ma Ykoun Gheir," which was a commercial success in Algeria.
Rise to fame
Cheb Akil's breakthrough came in 1990 with the release of his album "Ya Rayah." The album was a huge hit in Algeria and across the Arab world, selling over 1 million copies. Cheb Akil became one of the most popular singers in the region and was dubbed the "King of Raï."
International success
In the early 1990s, Cheb Akil began to tour internationally. He performed in Europe, North America, and the Middle East. He also released several successful albums during this time, including "N'sel Fik" (1992), "Ana Maghloub" (1994), and "Welcome to Algeria" (1996).
Later career
In the late 1990s, Cheb Akil's popularity began to decline. He continued to release albums, but they were not as successful as his earlier releases. He also faced personal problems, including drug addiction and financial difficulties.
Comeback
In 2010, Cheb Akil made a comeback with the release of his album "Hob Ezzaman." The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to revive his career. Cheb Akil has continued to release albums and tour internationally since then.
Personal life
Cheb Akil has been married twice. He has two children from his first marriage.
Discography
- Ma Ykoun Gheir (1985)
- Ya Rayah (1990)
- N'sel Fik (1992)
- Ana Maghloub (1994)
- Welcome to Algeria (1996)
- Hob Ezzaman (2010)
- Best of Cheb Akil (2012)
- La Vie Est Belle (2014)
- L'Algérien (2016)
- Raï'n'B (2018)
