The song “Nour El Ein” by Amr Diab is an Arabic popsong about admiration for a beloved. The title literally means “Light of my eyes,” which is a poetic way of saying that someone is the most important and beautiful part of your life. In the lyrics, the singer describes how this person lights up his life and fills his heart with joy and passion. The song emphasizes the deep emotions of love, longing and admiration, using imagery of light, eyes, and beauty to convey the intensity of these feelings.

Amr Diab is a beloved and contemporary pop singer and still a well known artist. For many Egyptians, “Nour El Ein” by Amr Diab is more than just a song. It symbolizes romance, longing and love, and is often played at weddings and festive occasions. The song also represents national pride, as it helped bring Egyptian pop music to a global audience. Additionally, it evokes nostalgia for many and is seen as an icon of modern Egyptian culture, uniquely blending traditional and Western musical styles.

I identify the song with the moments of clarity and connection that reveal how deeply another person can touch our lives. It teaches us valuable lessons about what it means to be human and shows us more of who we truly are.

My name is Nadine Feida El Shoura. I graduated at both the AKI and the Master of Music of ArtEZ University of the Arts. I am a creative director for new opera and film. Furthermore I founded the biotechnological design company Oummite which works on making biodegradable fashion wearable.