A name that has become synonymous with the essence of Lebanese music and culture, Fairuz's career spans over six decades, making her a living legend whose songs resonate across the Arab world and beyond.
Born as Nouhad Haddad in 1934 in Zokak El-Blat in Beirut, Fairuz began her musical journey at a young age.
After joining the Lebanese Conservatory, Fairuz's talent caught the attention of prominent figures in the music industry, including the composer and musician Mohammad Fleifel.
Her breakthrough came in the late 1950s when she was discovered by the Rahbani brothers, Assi and Mansour. The trio would create some of the most iconic music in the Arab world.