Cheb Bilal is an Algerian singer, born as Mouwaffak Bilal, on July 23rd, 1966, in the city of Shershel. He was raised in Oran, where he learned the basics of music and started singing in private parties such as engagement and wedding ceremonies.

In the beginning of his career, he was influenced by the Moroccan music flow of Jil Jilala, Nas …