Spread the loveMiami – Inspiring everyone from millennials to university-level lecturers, Manal Benchlikha’s song “NIYA” pays tribute to Moroccan culture-specific customs as the artist works towards the release of her album “360” in May. At the age of 27, urban pop singer-songwriter Manal Benchlikha has reached audiences from around the globe, showing off her artistic talent and advocating for female empowerment. Followed by the release of “Kolchi Ban” in 2017 and “Taj” in 2018, Benchlikha’s music videos spurred a wave of public attention as she denounced the stereotypes induced by a historically patriarchal society. The music video featured on platforms across the nation and transcended borders, honoring a golden era with vivid representations of the rich stylistic period and customs of the kingdom. When asked about the incorporation of Benchlikha’s music video in the lecture, Dr. Suja R. Sawafta, professor of Arabic studies in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures, applauded Benchlikha’s work.

Source: The North Africa Journal March 20, 2021 11:15 UTC