Al-Marsad newspaper: Poet Nawaf Al-Shalhoub revealed the truth about the exclusion of the artist Abbas Ibrahim from the artistic adn singing scene, and the reasons for his prolonged absence.
Elimination of Abbas Ibrahim
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He explained during an interview on the Rotana Khalijiya channel that what is being said about the exclusion of Abbas Ibrahim “or other artists like Muhammad Abdo” is “entirely baseless talk” and rumors that have no basis in reality, noting that “there is no force in the world that can prevent good work from appearing,” and that good work imposes itself.
Personal Experience
He cited a personal experience with Abbas Ibrahim, where the latter contacted him five years ago to request the text of a song. It was composed and performed at record speed, and achieved millions of views within two weeks, which refutes the theory of “hidden gangs” or “forces that prevent.”
Abbas’s continued Absence
He expressed his personal dissatisfaction with Abbas’s continued absence from the scene,describing what Abbas is doing as “unfairness to him,to his art enthusiasts,and to the Saudi song.”
special Circumstances
Al-Shalhoub addressed the reasons for Ibrahim’s absence, stating:
- He cited a recent collaboration with Ibrahim as evidence against the idea of “hidden forces” at play.
- al-Shalhoub expressed disappointment over Ibrahim’s continued absence, calling it a disservice to fans.
- Possible explanations for Ibrahim’s absence include personal circumstances, strategic planning, or creative burnout.
Speaking on the Rotana Khalijiya channel, Al-Shalhoub labeled the narrative of Abbas Ibrahim’s exclusion – and similar claims leveled against other artists like muhammad Abdo – as “completely baseless talk” and “rumors that have no basis in reality.” He firmly believes that “there is no force in the world that can prevent good work from appearing,” emphasizing that quality ultimately prevails.
A Recent Collaboration Counters the Narrative
Al-Shalhoub shared a personal anecdote to illustrate his point.He revealed that Ibrahim contacted him approximately five years ago requesting lyrics for a song. The resulting track was quickly composed, performed, and garnered “millions of views within two weeks,” directly contradicting the idea of a deliberate attempt to suppress Ibrahim’s work. This swift success, he argued, disproves the existence of “hidden gangs” or any other preventative “forces.”
Is Abbas Ibrahim facing intentional obstacles in his career? Al-shalhoub’s statements strongly suggest that the artist’s absence is not due to external pressures, but rather personal choices or circumstances.
Frustration Over Ibrahim’s Continued Absence
Despite debunking the exclusion narrative, al-Shalhoub voiced his personal dissatisfaction with Ibrahim’s ongoing absence from the music scene. He described the situation as “unfairness to him,to his art enthusiasts,and to the Saudi song,” suggesting a loss for both the artist and his audience.
Possible Reasons for the Hiatus
When discussing the reasons behind Ibrahim’s withdrawal, Al-Shalhoub acknowledged the possibility of “special circumstances” impacting the artist. He also entertained the idea that the absence might be a deliberate “strategy” for a future return,or perhaps a manifestation of “the idea of the artist’s isolation” – a period of creative frustration or exhaustion.
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