Emel Mathlouthi Holm Apr 2026

Recorded during the 2020 lockdown in Tunis with only an acoustic guitar and a laptop, the song strips away the industrial beats of her earlier records like Ensen . Her voice, often compared to Björk or Fairuz, carries a raw, crystalline quality that floats over a minimalist, nostalgic melody.

is a masterclass in atmospheric restraint. Originally an Arabic remake of the iconic Iranian song "Soltane Ghalbha," Mathlouthi reinterprets it through the lens of isolation and yearning for a better world. Emel Mathlouthi Holm

The lyrics explore the contrast between a "harsh reality" marked by oppression and the "beauty of dreams". It serves as a spiritual successor to her 2011 anthem "Kelmti Horra," but where that was a public call for revolution, "Holm" is a private act of resilience. Recorded during the 2020 lockdown in Tunis with

Despite its quiet nature, the song became her most successful track to date, garnering millions of views within months of its release. The Tracklist: "Day" & "Night" Originally an Arabic remake of the iconic Iranian