Saïda Fikri Biography: Age, Net Worth, Height, Siblings, Parents, Lyrics, Songs, Playlist, Husband, Children, Awards

Saïda Muwaffaq Mohammed Fikri, known professionally as Saïda Fikri, is a Moroccan singer, songwriter, composer, and guitarist celebrated for her unique blend of Moroccan folk and Western rock music.

Rising to prominence in the early 1990s with hits like “Salouni al Adab” and “L’Miseria,” she is known for her socially conscious lyrics addressing themes of poverty, human rights, and peace. Her bold political stance led to a performance ban in Morocco from 1998 to 2008.

A Moroccan-American, she has performed globally, advocating for social justice and founding the Saïda Fikri Foundation to support education and peace initiatives.

Profile

• Full Name: Saïda Muwaffaq Mohammed Fikri
• Stage Name: Saïda Fikri
• Born: November 28, 1971
• Age: 53 years old
• Birthplace: Casablanca, Morocco
• Nationality: Moroccan, American
• Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Composer, Guitarist
• Height: 1.65m
• Parents: Mr. Mohammed Fikri and Mrs. Fikri
• Siblings: Khalid Fikri
• Spouse: Thami
• Children: 2
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Saïda Muwaffaq Mohammed Fikri was born on November 28, 1971, in Casablanca, Morocco, to Mr. Mohammed Fikri and Mrs. Fikri. She grew up in a working-class family with her brother Khalid Fikri, who introduced her to music. Facing economic hardships, she worked as a housemaid during her summer vacations at the age of eight to support her family, an experience that later shaped her socially conscious lyrics.

She began singing at eight and composed her first song, “Liyyam,” at 12, teaching herself guitar at the Casablanca Conservatory. Details about her formal education are limited, but she pursued music training, drawing inspiration from artists like Bob Dylan, Jacques Brel, and Fairouz. Her ethnicity is Moroccan, and she practices Islam as her religion.

Career

Saïda Fikri began her musical journey by performing with her brother, Khalid, in Casablanca. She released her debut album, Nadmana, in 1994 in Belgium, marking her professional entry with a concert at Brussels’ Grand Place during an anti-racism march organized by JOC.

Her early 1990s hits, including “Salouni al Adab” (1987) and “Ya Jbal Rif” (1994), blended Moroccan folk, Gnawa, Rai, Chaabi, Andalusian, and Berber rhythms with Western rock, blues, jazz, and reggae. Her lyrics, written in Moroccan Arabic (Darija), French, and English, addressed social issues like poverty and discrimination, earning her the title “the voice for people without a voice.”

In 1998, her album Al Hamech, particularly the song “L’Miseria,” criticized government policies on corruption and poverty, resulting in a Moroccan performance ban that lasted until 2008. In 1997, she emigrated to the United States, settling in Greenwich, Connecticut, and acquired American citizenship. There, she released One World (2001), promoting global unity, and Essilm (2006), focusing on peace.

Her return to Morocco in 2008 saw 170,000 fans attend her first concert, singing her songs word-for-word. She collaborated with rapper Don Bigg in 2016 for new tracks and released “Mansoura” (2017), inspired by her childhood struggles as a housemaid. In 2012, she founded the Saïda Fikri Foundation, which hosts benefit concerts to build schools and orphanages in underserved countries, emphasizing the importance of education and peace.

Her 2023 single “Daro El Hodoud” continued her advocacy for social change. With eight albums, including Kloub Arrahma (2001) and Assir Al Madfoune (2004), and performances across the Maghreb, Europe, and the U.S., she remains a global ambassador for Moroccan music, recognized for her unique style and activism.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @saidafikri
• Facebook Handle: Saïda Fikri
• Twitter Handle: Unknown

Personal Life

Saïda Fikri is married to Thami, a former decorator and farmer, and has two daughters, Rania and Ghofrane. She lived in the U.S. from 1997 to 2016, residing in Mohammedia, Morocco, since her return, drawn to its seaside charm. Her minimalist style—eschewing heavy makeup or jewelry—reflects her identity as a modern Maghrebi woman.

Discography

• Salouni al Adab (1987)
• Nadmana (1993)
• Ya Jbal Rif (1994)
• Al Hamech (1998)
• Kloub Arrahma (2001)
• One World (2001)
• Assir Al Madfoune (2004)
• Hanna (2005)
• Essilm (2006)
• Mansoura (2017)
• Daro El Hodoud (2023)

Net Worth

Saïda Fikri has an estimated net worth of $2 million. Her wealth stems from her music career, including album sales, streaming revenue, and global performances. Her foundation’s benefit concerts and social media presence, with over 500,000 Instagram followers, also contribute through endorsements and partnerships.