Popular Natacha Atlas Songs

Natacha Atlas' liquid Arabic and French vocals, combined with diverse and distinctive instrumental arrangements, have made her one of the select few truly global musical artists to find success in major countries across the world.

"Mon Amie La Rose"

One of Atlas' many French songs, the Piaf-inspired "Mon Amie La Rose" has gained immensely popularity in global music circles. Her pronunciation is flawless, crisply sung against an orchestration of authentic Egyptian instruments. This song aptly demonstrates Atlas' mastery of the French language, which has made her an immensely popular artist on dance charts and club playlists in France.

"Kidda"

"Kidda," long a fan favorite, has also enjoyed commercial success in major motion picture soundtracks and world music compilations. In 2005, the song was featured on the hit "Sex and the City 2" soundtrack and in the 'Liberty City Stories' edition of the popular game "Grand Theft Auto." In 2008, the song appeared in a romantic comedy from Bollywood called "I Can't Think Straight." Fans are often drawn to the hypnotic, groove-inspired beat that showcases Atlas' distinctive voice and lyrics.

"Egypt: Rise to Freedom"

Her recent song "Egypt: Rise to Freedom" exemplifies the political undertones often woven into Atlas' songs. Translated into English, the lyrics beseech citizens: "Let us question, learn and study/Listen, understand and think" against audio snippets of deposed Egyptian President Mubarak and chanting crowds of rebellious citizens. The song artfully combines jazz piano with rhythmic percussion and hand bells.

Natacha Atlas' diverse repertoire of upbeat, multicultural songs and politically-minded lyrics have made her a force to reckon with in the global music scene. Long a favorite in the Middle East and France, her songs have broken through in the American mainstream in the last decade after securing airtime in major films and other media outlets.