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Latifa El Arfaoui is a Tunisian singer known for her traditional style of music. She began her career in the 1970s and has since released multiple albums, many of which have become popular in Tunisia and throughout the Arab world. She's known for her powerful voice and emotive performances, and has been praised for her ability to convey the emotions of the lyrics in her songs. In addition to her singing career, Latifa has also appeared in several films and television shows.

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