Mohamed Rifai’s “Cool” tops OLT20 in Lebanon and Popnable in Morocco, with Anghami #1s Across the Region
Released December 11, 2025, the dance forward singleperformed in Egyptian Arabiccontinues to chart across radio and streaming platforms throughout the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
Moroccan artist Mohamed Rifai continues to build momentum with his single “Cool,” which has surpassed 10 million views on YouTube and achieved multiple #1 placements across key markets in the region since its December 11, 2025 release.
Performance Highlights
• YouTube: 10M+ views (official music video via YouMusicArabia)
• Lebanon: #1 on The Official Lebanese Top 20 (OLT20) airplay rankings (compiled by Ipsos)
• Morocco: #1 on Popnable Morocco charts
• Anghami: #1 in Morocco, Jordan, and Algeria; charted in Tunisia, Egypt, and the UAE
• Radio: #1 on Radio Delta and Sawt Lubnan (OLT20)
Written and composed by Essam Shaaban, “Cool” pairs contemporary pop energy with a dance‑driven feel and an uplifting message. Sung in Egyptian Arabic, Rifai’s performance marked by warmth and emotional clarity connects strongly with listeners drawn to modern Egyptian pop rhythms and cross‑regional pop releases.
Carrying a message of positivity and resilience, “Cool” encourages listeners to meet daily pressure with optimism. Its energetic style reinforces the theme, offering a bright counterpoint to negativity while keeping the record firmly built for repeat listening.
“From the first day, I felt “Cool” had a special energy,” says Mohamed Rifai. “Seeing people across the region connect with its message of staying positive through pressure means everything to me.”
The release and campaign were produced by SS Heliodor Australia in partnership with Universal Music MENA, spanning distribution, visuals, and strategic media and marketing rollout.
“With ‘Cool,’ Mohamed delivers pure positive energy it’s a song that lifts you the moment it starts,” says Amanda Hodges, Executive Producer, SS Heliodor Australia. “Seeing it resonatefrom Morocco to Lebanon and beyond confirms that great Arabic pop can move seamlessly across borders.”
Watch (Official Music Video):
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHxhyPObuOI]
“Cool” is available now across all major international streaming services.
About
About Mohamed Rifai
Mohamed Rifai is a Moroccan singer, lyricist, and composer whose work has contributed to some of the region’s most‑watched and widely shared releases. After relocating to Marrakech, he pursued technical studies in electrical maintenance while continuing to develop his writing and composing. In 2013, he performed on one of Morocco’s biggest stages at the Mawazine Festival, and he has since written and composed for major Arab artists alongside building a catalog of his own releases. His credits include standout hits such as “NtiBaghia Wahed” (performed by Saad Lamjarred, 2014) and “Blach Blach” (performed by Jamila, 230M+ YouTube views), while his own collaborations such as “Kifach Nkhalik” with Hind Sdassi have reached 72M+ YouTube views.
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About SS Heliodor Australia
SS Heliodor is an Australia-based independent record label and creative studio dedicated to developing distinctive Arabic and global crossover artists. Working across music production, visual storytelling, and digital distribution, the label blends contemporary sound with cinematic visuals to create culturally resonant releases for audiences across the MENA region and beyond. SS Heliodor collaborates with emerging and established talent to deliver high-impact singles, music videos, and live experiences that connect Arabic artistry with global platforms.
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