Ahmed Mekky - أحمد مكي

Ahmed Mekky (born June 19, 1980) is an Egyptian actor, screenwriter, director and rapper who became one of the most recognizable voices in Egyptian pop culture through a career that spans both film and music. He rose to fame through comedic and dramatic film roles before channeling that same wit and street-level storytelling into hip-hop, where his Egyptian Arabic delivery and biting, colloquial lyrics set him apart from more polished mainstream pop.

Mekky's rap output is closely tied to his acting career, with tracks like «Wala’na» and «Wa’fet Nasyet Zaman» tied to the hit series El Kabeer Awy, in which he also starred. His 2012 album Asloh Araby, featuring «Atr El Hayah», showcased his ability to blend rap with Egyptian street slang and social commentary, cementing his place as a crossover artist bridging screen and stage.

His music carries the rhythms and humor of Cairo street culture, often laced with sarcasm and references to everyday Egyptian life. Songs such as «El Kebeer» and «Akhret Al Shaqawa» reflect his signature blend of rap and electronic production, making him a distinctive figure in the Egyptian rap scene of the 2010s.