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Wael El Fashny: The Voice Behind Unforgettable Series Intros

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Wael El Fashny: The Voice Behind Unforgettable Series Intros
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Malak Gharib
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With a voice that captivates our hearts, Wael El Fashny is a singer from the Al Fashen centre in the Beni Suef Governorate. Mostly recognised for singing soul-stirring series intros, his journey into the world of the arts began during his formative years at the Institute of Arab Music, where his passion for music flourished. Here are five series intros we’ve loved sung by the one and only Wael El Fashny.

 

El Hashashin – Same’t Sawtan 

Still from El Hashashin

Currently airing, El Hashashin has caught the attention of many, especially the series’ intro song, Same’t Sawtan. The lyrics are excerpts taken from Omar El Khayam’s iconic Rubaiyat, famously performed by Umm Kalthoum. 

 

Beit El Refa’i – Gowa El Gohoor 

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Gowa El Gohoor, the intro song from the Ramadan 2024 series Beit El Refa’i, stands as a luminous highlight, inviting viewers into the indulgent plot of the series. With its ringing melodies and stirring lyrics, it sets the stage for the captivating journey that lies ahead. Get ready to be swept away by its emotive resonance as you delve deep into this mesmerising series.

 

Wahet el Ghoroob – Safr Habibi 

Still from Wahet El Ghoroob

The song El Fashny initially went viral for, Safr Habibi was the introduction to the Wahet el Ghoroob series, starring Menna Shalaby and Khaled Nabawy in 2017. The song has gained vast recognition with touching lyrics and El Fashny’s beautiful voice.

 

Tayee’ – Khosaret el Hor 

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Having aired in 2018, Khosaret El Hor was the intro song to Taye’. Starring Amr Youssef and Seba Mubarak, Khosaret El Hor was the perfect start for every episode. Enhancing the intense plot, the song touched the series’ audience as well.

 

B’athar Rag’ey – Ya Sa’el El Qabr 

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B’ather Rag’ey is a 2022 series starring Mai Selim, Mohamed Ezz, and Tony Maher. With the intense plot revolving around revenge, there couldn’t have been a stronger voice to fit the introduction track than El Fashny. The song Ya Sa’el El Qabr is at the forefront of each episode, and the melodies and intense lyrics are the perfect complement to the plot.

 

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