Aliya Al-Hilal has passed… An enduring tribute between two golden voices
In the fortieth anniversary of the passing of Moroccan music icon Naima Samih, artist Hayat El Idrissi chose to commemorate her memory in her own way by beautifully reinterpreting the timeless song “Aliya Al-Hilal,” with her warm voice, in an outpouring of love and loyalty.
The bond that connected Naima Samih, Morocco’s star, and Hayat El Idrissi was not merely a professional friendship, but a profound relationship woven with threads of love and respect, uniting two sisters in art and life, who shared a passion for authentic Moroccan music and touched the hearts of the audience for years.
Naima, whose gentle voice instilled Moroccan melancholy in the hearts of listeners, was the first to embrace Hayat El Idrissi’s talent, believing in her as she took her first steps into the world of singing. Hayat has always expressed her deep gratitude for this support, affirming in one of her interviews: “Naima was not just an artist; she was a great person who taught me that art is a message, and that loyalty to the audience is the secret to lasting success.”
Despite the generational gaps and differing styles, they continued to intersect in their belief in high-quality music, shunning the allure of superficial lights, and remaining steadfast to the essence of traditional Moroccan art. Today, as forty days have passed since Naima Samih’s departure, Hayat El Idrissi continues to carry this torch, performing her songs on stage and whispering her name in the hearts of many, ensuring that Naima’s spirit remains alive, through her voice, her impact, and the love she chose to express and to leave behind in silence, creating a lasting echo.
