A Global Fusion: The Story Behind "YA HABIBI" by Mohamed Ramadan & Gims
: The music video was directed by Hossam L Hossainy , with creative direction from Islam “ISMO” Mohamed. A Global Fusion: The Story Behind "YA HABIBI"
: The track’s polished sound is credited to Wesam Abdel Munem , who served as the sound designer, mastering engineer, and mixing engineer. The Visual Spectacle: Filming in the UAE : The visuals feature iconic UAE landscapes, including
The track was officially released on September 6, 2020, through . Blending Arabic pop charisma with urban Afro-pop sounds,
: The visuals feature iconic UAE landscapes, including luxury yachts and sweeping sand dunes that capture a "homegrown" Dubai vibe for many viewers.
The track's release was supported by a massive global marketing push.
The 2020 collaboration between Egyptian megastar Mohamed Ramadan and international Congolese-French rapper Gims stands as a landmark "Afro-Arab" crossover. Blending Arabic pop charisma with urban Afro-pop sounds, the track became an instant global anthem, amassing over 218 million views on YouTube as of early 2026. Behind the Scenes and Production