Yara (singer)

Carla Nazih al-Berkashi (Arabic: كارلا نزيه البرقاشي; born June 1, 1983), known as Yara (Arabic: يارا), is a Lebanese pop singer in the Arab world. She won the music competition broadcast on LBC "Kass el-Nojoum" in 1998 for which she had made a name by singing "Awedak". She was discovered by Lebanese composer Tarek Abou Jaoudeh. Tarek became her producer, and also chose her stage name, "Yara". Being his protegee, he composed most of her first singles, including "Hob Kbir".[1] Her first album, " Twassa Feyi " released in 2005. The singer also works as an ambassador for the Lebanese Red Cross.[2]

Yara
يارا
كارلا نزيه البرقاشي
Birth nameCarla Nazih al-Berkashi
Born (1983-06-01) June 1, 1983
OriginDeir el Ahmar, Lebanon
Genres
Occupation(s)Singer
Years active2004–present
LabelsT-Music

Personal life

Yara who is a Christian,[3] has one sister and one brother.

She is a supporter of FC Barcelona and a fan of the football player Lionel Messi.[4] During a visit to Spain in October 2016, Yara attended the Manchester vs Barcelona match. Shortly afterwards, Yara was presented with the opportunity to meet with Lionel Messi and other players.[5][6]

Discography

Albums:

References

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