Hassan El AsmarEgypt |1959| ArabicHassan Al-Asmar was a celebrated Egyptian actor and singer, renowned for his heartfelt mawales and poignant songs that depicted the lives of ordinary Egyptians and Arabic citizens.
One of his most iconic songs, "The Book of My Life," garnered widespread recognition.
Al-Asmar belonged to the second generation of shaabi singers who played a pivotal role in modernizing traditional shaabi music by incorporating synthesizers and drum devices.
His musical discography includes numerous albums, including notable works like 'Asmariat,' 'Etkhadana,' and 'Kitaba Hayati.'
Beyond his music career, Hassan Al Asmar showcased his acting talents in several films, with one of his notable appearances being in the 1994 film 'Layla Sakhina.' His contributions to both music and cinema left a lasting impact on Egyptian and Arabic culture.