Salma Rachid is an internet celebrity, pop singer, actress, and songwriter from Morocco. She came into the limelight at eighteen after competing in the second season of MBC-broadcast Arab Idol. Her beautiful voice, exuberant live performances, and hit tunes that have topped Arab and Moroccan music charts have made her famous. She was the youngest competitor and came in fifth place. Her soulful voice, her versatility, and her personality are her strengths. Salma’s followers gave her the title El Sultana. She lists Umm Kulthum as one of her primary inspirations.
Biography
On June 26, 1994, famous Moroccan singer Salma Rachid was born in Casablanca, Morocco. Due to her Arab background, Salma is recognized by her Arabic name, سلمى رشيد. Her distinctive style, melodious voice, and number-one hits made her famous among the public during the 2010s era. Salma stands out in the entertainment industry due to her music, combining contemporary pop and R&B inspirations with a touch of traditional Moroccan and Arabic themes. After Mourad Zaoui, she is another successful star from Casablanca,
Social Media Accounts
Salma is loved and recognized globally due to her soulful voice and musical skills. She frequently posts peeks of her family life on social media. She has the following social media accounts.
4.6M Followers | |
1.3M Followers | |
11M Followers | |
YouTube | 1.96M Subscribers |
TikTok | 2.4M Followers |
Spotify | 80,570 Monthly Listeners |
Wiki Facts
The beautiful and charming Salma has been in the entertainment industry since 2013. She has made her place through her hard work and consistent struggle. Salma, سلمى رشيد, is a Moroccan national and is currently living in the USA. She is a Sunni Muslim who follows Islam, like the prominent young pop singer Saad Lamjarred.
Full Name | Salma Rachid In Arabic سلمى رشيد |
Screen Name | Salma Rachid |
Nickname(s) | Cinderella The Sultana |
Date of Birth | 13 June, 1994 |
Age | 30 years as of 2024 |
Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Hometown | Casablanca, Morocco |
Birthplace | Casablanca, Morocco |
Current Residence | United States of America |
Qualification | Graduation |
Profession | Actress Singer |
Years Active | 2013 – Present |
Music Genre | Raï Arab Pop Arab Tarab Moroccan Pop Arabic Music Moroccan Music Middle Eastern Music |
Nationality | Morocco |
Ethnicity | African |
Religion | Sunni Muslim |
Language | Arabic Moroccan Dialect |
Marital Status | Married |
Children | Yes |
Hobbies | Music Fashion Painting |
Net Worth | US$1.91 Million |
Early Life and Education
Salma was born and raised in the Ain Sebaa-Hay Mohammadi neighborhood of Casablanca, Morocco. Her family is originally from the oasis of Tafilalt, located in southeast Morocco. From an early age, Salma had a strong interest in fashion, music, and painting. She obtained her baccalaureate (Bachelors) degree from high school and enrolled in a university to continue her economics studies in June 2012.
In an interview with MBC, she revealed that she used to steal clothing from her family, pulling it apart and sewing it back together to make new garments. In the same interview, she said that when she was younger, she came dangerously close to being hit by a car, but her best friend protected her by risking her own life to do so.
Zodiac Sign
Salma’s zodiac sign is Gemini, like great personalities such as Donald Trump, Lexi Rivera, Ben Strokes, and Tom Holland have the same star sign as him.Â
Net Worth
As of 2024, Salma Rachid’s estimated net worth is US$1.91 million approximately. Her earnings stem from her successful music career, concert performances, brand endorsements, and acting roles.
Parents and Siblings
Details of her parents and siblings will be updated soon.
Father | Update Soon |
Mother | Update Soon |
Siblings | Update Soon |
Relationships/Children
Salma Rachid prefers to keep details of her personal life confidential. However, according to some media reports, she is reportedly married to Hassan Al-Alawi. His husband is a young man of Moroccan descent who had previously worked in a graphic design firm in Casablanca. After their marriage, Hassan assumed Salma’s business manager role, handling all her business-related matters. The couple welcomed their first child together in 2019. Salma is thankful for the love and support her family has given to her.
Husband | Hassan Al-Alawi |
Son | 1 |
Professional Career
Salma’s musical career started in the middle of the 2010s when her breakthrough song Machakil received immense fame in the Arab world. Since then, she has released many successful songs, such as Ghazali and Khayen. After her successful singing career, Salma has appeared in several prominent events and festivals.
Participation in Arab Idol
Taking part in Arab Idol, Salma made the risky decision to try out for the second season of Arab Idol at 18. Salma sang in front of the judges’ panel during the Moroccan audition in Casablanca, Morocco. After receiving their acceptance, Salma boarded a plane to Beirut, Lebanon, to continue with the casting procedure.
She was successfully chosen as one of the 27 finalists to advance to the next round. Salma was one of the eight competitors the jury decided to compete for one of the four wildcards, but sadly, she could not garner enough votes. Throughout the competition, Salma sang various songs by artists ranging from folk singers like Fouad Ghazi to Arabic pop singers like Samira Said and Sherine and classic vocalists like Sabah, Umm Kulthum, and Mayada El Henawi. Salma’s journey was noteworthy because of her fans’ support. Despite her initial lack of votes, she stayed in the safe zone for the most part because of her steadily expanding fan base.
Although she could not win the Arab Idol competition, Salma inked a ten-year deal with Platinum Records, the MBC-affiliated record label run by Saudi singer Rashed Al-Majed. Along with Farah Youssef from Syria, Ahmad Gamal from Egypt, and Mohammed Assaf from Palestine, she was selected to be one of the candidates who would travel throughout the Arab globe to accompany Ragheb Alama on his concert tours.
Auditions’ Performances
Salma’s performance of the popular song Ya Monyati was mind-blowing. She received immense appreciation from the judges and the public. This performance further helped her pave her way to the Arab idol.
Country | Song Performance |
Casablanca, Morroco | Ya Monyati by Abdelmohssen El Mohanad |
Beirut, Lebanon | El Ward Gamil by Umm Kulthum during Group Audition |
Beirut, Lebanon | Awal Marrah by Abdelhalim Hafez during Finale audition |
Performances during the primes
A glimpse of her singing performances during Arab primes is listed below.
Primes | Song Performance |
Top 27 Finalists | Zaman El Samt by Talal Maddah |
Wildcards Survival Prime | Ya Msaharni by Umm Kulthum |
1st Prime | Lazraalak Boustan Worood by Fouad Ghazi |
2nd Prime | Aal Bal by Samira Said |
3rd Prime | Li Sabr Hdoud by Umm Kulthum |
4th Prime | Zay El Aassal by Sabah |
5th Prime | Ana Baash’ak by Mayada El Hennawi |
6th Prime | Kattar Kheiry by Sherine |
7th Prime | Nawaylak Ala Niya by Ahlam |
Interesting Facts
- She has received multiple honors, including the Moroccan Music Awards for Best Female Artist.
- Salma often emphasizes love, relationships, and women’s empowerment in her songs.
- She is famous for her dynamic live performances and has performed at festivals, including Mawazine and the Arab Music Awards.
- Salma has worked with renowned musicians and producers in the Arab music industry. She has more than ten million Instagram followers.
Who is Salma Rachid سلمى رشيد?
She is a famous Morrocan Singer and Actress who became famous after her performance in the Arab Idol.
Who is Salma Rachid husband?
According to media reports, her husband's name is Hassan Al-Alawi.Â
How old is Salma Rachid سلمى رشيد?
Salma Rachid سلمى رشيد is 29 years old as of 2024.
What is the net worth of Salma Rachid?
Salma's net worth is US$1.91 million approximately as of 2024. She earns this money through her singing performances, brand endorsements, and different tours.