If Ramadan Had a Playlist, These Songs Would Be On It
Every year, as soon as these songs start playing, you just know Ramadan is around the corner. Whether it’s on the radio, in the streets, or blasting from a family member’s TV, these tracks bring all the nostalgia, joy, and festive vibes. Let’s take a trip down memory lane.
Ramadan Gana – Mohamed Abdel Muttalib
1943
The ultimate Ramadan song. The second you hear Ramadan Gana, you just know—Ramadan is officially here. With lyrics that make you picture the mesaharaty drumming through the streets and everyone rushing to get ready, it’s like the holy month’s way of saying, “I’m back!”
Aho Geh Ya Welad – El Tholathy El Mareh
1959
If you could sum up Ramadan in an Egyptian neighborhood, Aho Geh Ya Welad would be it. Kids running around with their fawanees, Qamar al-Din on the table, and everyone waiting for the maghrib cannon. It paints the perfect picture of an Egyptian Ramadan, full of warmth and tradition.
Marhab Shahr El Som – Abdel Aziz Mahmoud
1966
Marhab Shahr El Som is one of the OG Ramadan songs. It plays on Egyptian TV and radio every year like clockwork. It’s got that Sufi touch and makes you feel like you’re ready for Ramadan.
El Ragel Da Hayganenny – Sabah & Fouad El Mohandes
1967
The most relatable Ramadan couple song ever. A husband demanding a feast every day, and the wife losing it? Peak comedy. The song captures every Egyptian household during iftar, and no matter how many times you hear it, it never gets old.
Khoyout Men Nour Tegamana – Hussain Al Jassmi
2015
Khoyout Men Nour Tegamana literally makes you want to decorate your house, your street and the whole neighborhood. The vibe is all about bringing back old Ramadan traditions, from fawanees to family gatherings. It’s a reminder of how much love and joy this month brings.
Ramadan Fi Masr Haga Tanya – Hussain Al Jassmi
2021
If you’ve ever spent Ramadan outside of Egypt, this song hurts. It’s the ultimate nostalgia trip, capturing everything from the fluttering decorations to the sound of the azan, the energy of tarawih prayers, and the all-night tawla games at the ahwa. It’s like a love letter to Egyptian Ramadan, making you miss home in the best (and worst) way possible.
Ramadan Kareem – Tamer Hosny
2022
“Ramadan Kareem” by Tamer Hosny hits deep. It’s not just about the vibes—it’s about the soul of Ramadan. The lyrics remind you that every single day in this month is better than any other, and that heaven’s gates are wide open for those seeking forgiveness.
It’s that song that plays in the background when you’re having a moment during suhoor, reflecting on the holy month and feeling all the emotions.
Throughout the years, these songs have remained a constant reminder of the beauty of Ramadan. No matter how much time passes, we continue to celebrate and honor this sacred month with the same spirit. The love for Ramadan, the warmth it brings, and the way it gathers people together never fades.
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