Cheb Nasro

Cheb Nasro (born Nasreddine Mazoug; 8 September 1950 – 30 September 2003) was an Algerian singer in the raï genre. Born in El Harrouch, Algeria, he began singing in the 1970s using his nickname, which means "victory" in Arabic. His first album, "Medh Ya Zahra", was a commercial success in Algeria and France.

Nasro's career was interrupted in 1981 when he was sentenced to four years in prison for drug possession. After his release in 1985, he resumed his singing career, releasing a string of hit albums throughout the 1980s and 1990s.

In 1994, Nasro was awarded the prestigious Algerian music award, the "Chevalier de l'Ordre National du Mérite". He continued to tour and perform internationally until his death from a heart attack in 2003.

Nasro was a controversial figure in Algerian society. His music was often seen as being too Westernized and his lyrics were sometimes considered to be offensive. However, he was also a popular figure among Algerian youth, who saw him as a symbol of rebellion and freedom.

Nasro's music has been credited with helping to popularize raï music around the world. He was one of the first Algerian singers to tour internationally, and his music was played on radio stations across Europe, the Middle East and North Africa.

Nasro's death was a major loss for the Algerian music scene. He was a talented singer and songwriter who had a significant impact on the development of raï music. He is remembered as one of the most popular and influential Algerian singers of all time.

Here are some of Cheb Nasro's most popular songs:

• "Medh Ya Zahra"
• "El Aïn Tayer"
• "El Marsa"
• "Wahrane Wahrane"
• "El Wahda Maak"
• "Khalouni N'henna"
• "Yamma Yamma"
• "Ma Bgat El Bareh"
• "Ya Zahrat El Fenna"
• "Lala Torkia"