Okay, if Zeyne isn’t already on your radar, it’s officially time. The Palestinian-Jordanian singer-songwriter is THAT girl – Whether mixing jazz and R&B with Arabic melodies or serving us vocals with serious goosebump potential, Zeyne is giving main character energy – and the world is finally catching on.
She’s not just here to sing – she’s here to say something. With a voice that feels like comfort and lyrics that dive deep into identity, culture, and the beauty of being different, Zeyne is leading a quiet (but powerful) wave of change in the region’s music scene. And honestly? We’re obsessed.
Now that we’ve got your attention, here’s everything you need to know about the soulful Jordanian-Palestinian singer who’s putting the feels back into your feed and your playlists.
Zeyne: Where is she from?
Zein Sajdi was born and raised in Amman, Jordan.
Zeyne: How old is the singer?
Zeyne is currently 27, her birthday is 16th December
Zeyne: How did she she get into music?
Zeyne didn’t exactly plan on becoming a full-time artist. But when the pandemic hit and her move to London for a PR job was put on hold, she found herself back home after graduating – and that’s when she started casually posting covers on Instagram.
Zeyne: What’s her music genre?
Zeyne’s sound is a total vibe – think Arabic melodies mixed with jazz, R&B, soul, and even a little Albanian folk. She pulls inspo from legends like Fairuz and Lauryn Hill to modern queens like Dua Lipa and Rosalía, with a touch of poetry from Mahmoud Darwish woven in. It’s eclectic, unexpected, and so her.
Zeyne: Where’s She Been Taking the Stage?
Zeyne’s been having some seriously cool collabs lately – like performing at a De Beers event (casual flex) and then taking the stage at Bottega Veneta’s Waves in Dubai. She’s also been popping up on stages across the region, with one of her most recent performances in Jeddah, serving vocals and vibes as always.
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