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Salma Mousfi (Arabic: سلمى المصفي) is a Lebanese singer and songwriter born in 1967 in Beirut. She is best known for her long-standing collaborations with renowned Lebanese composer and musician Ziad Rahbani, contributing her distinctive voice to various projects that have left a mark on Arab music. Her career began in the 1980s, where she participated in Rahbani's radio programs on "Sawt al-Shaab," and extended to stage productions such as "Bkhususi al-Karama wa al-Sha'b al-Anid," "Lawla Fisahat al-Amal" (1993-1994), and "Bima Inu" with Joseph Saqr in 1995. Mousfi's vocal style, often described as unique and understated, has been featured in songs like "Ruh Khabber," "Wallaat Ktir," and others that blend jazz, pop, and experimental elements.
She has released two solo albums: *Monodose* (2001), which was fully dedicated to her by Rahbani, and her own label and album *SalmaNova*. Her music is available on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Shazam, where she has a modest but dedicated following. Mousfi speaks Arabic and English, and her work often explores themes of emotion, society, and personal reflection through Rahbani's innovative compositions.
After a notable absence from the stage since 2019, Mousfi made a comeback in late 2025, performing with pianist Ryan Nakkour in a show titled "Ya DiعAno" at Sunset-Sunside in Paris on November 20, 2025. She has spoken in interviews about how collaborating with Rahbani profoundly changed her perspective on life and art. An upcoming event includes a tribute concert to Ziad Rahbani with Mousfi and friends at New Morning in Paris on February 4, 2026—tickets are selling out quickly.
Mousfi maintains a presence on social media, including Facebook (@mousfisalma) and Instagram (@salma.monodose and @salmamousfifoltete), where she shares updates on her music and performances. No official X (formerly Twitter) account was identified, though mentions of her work appear in posts by fans and music enthusiasts.
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