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"Abdel Kader" (Arabic: عبد القادر‎) is an Algerian traditional song made famous by the Algerian raï artist Khaled. It is mistakenly thought to be about the Emir `Abd al-Qādir al-Jazā'irī, a famous Algerian Muslim religious leader and freedom fighter who resisted the French conquest of Algeria, but it is actually about the 12th century Sufi saint Shaikh Abd al-Qadir al-Jilani (1077-1165 AD), the posthumous founder of the Qadiriyya Sufi Order. It is featured on his 1993 studio album N'ssi N'ssi. After his 1993 original album version, Khaled released a solo live version of "Abdel Kader" in his live album Hafla in 1998. The song gained further popularity after the live performance at Palais omnisports de Paris-Bercy by Khaled, Rachid Taha and Faudel. The joint trio live version was included on the 1998 live album 1,2,3 Soleils. 


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Faudel (فضيل), born Faudel Belloua (فضيل بيلوى) on June 6, 1978 in Mantes-la-Jolie, is a French singer of Algerian descent. more »

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Origin
"Abdel Kader" is a traditional Algerian folk song that was popularized globally by various artists, including Faudel, Khaled, and Rachid Taha.
Composition
The song is named after a prominent figure in Algerian history, Emir Abdel Kader, a 19th-century nationalist leader and Islamic scholar, who fought against French colonization.
Performance
In 1998, the song was performed live by Faudel, Khaled, and Rachid Taha at the famous France concert, "1, 2, 3 Soleils".
Collaboration
This marked one of the most prominent collaborations between Faudel, Khaled, and Rachid Taha, all of whom are Algerian Rai musicians.
Live Album
"Abdel Kader" became a hit track on the live album, "1, 2, 3 Soleils", which went on to win the Victoires de la Musique award for “Best Traditional Music Album”.
Popularity
The live version of “Abdel Kader” became a huge hit, not only in France but all over the world, contributing significantly to the global popularity of Rai music.
Tribute
Following the death of Rachid Taha in 2018, the song “Abdel Kader” is often played as a tribute to him and his contributions to music.
Genres
While the original song draws from Algerian folk music, Faudel, Khaled, and Rachid Taha's version blends elements of Rai, pop, and rock music.
Lyrics and Melody
The song retains its traditional Arabic lyrics, with a catchy and rhythmic melody, making it appreciated even among people who do not understand the lyrics.
Iconic Status
Today, the song "Abdel Kader" is considered an iconic song in the Algerian music culture and represents a significant moment in the development of North African music on the global stage.

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