Saint Levant
Saint Levant is the stage name of Marwan Abdelhamid, a Palestinian singer-songwriter and rapper born in Jerusalem in 2000.
Saint Levant is the stage name of Marwan Abdelhamid, a Palestinian singer-songwriter and rapper born in Jerusalem in 2000. He is known for multilingual songs in Arabic, English, and French, and rose to wider attention with the 2022 track "Very Few Friends". His music blends hip-hop, R&B, pop, and Arabic musical influences.
Early life
Saint Levant was born Marwan Abdelhamid in Jerusalem in 2000. Sources indicate he spent part of his childhood in Gaza and later lived in other countries, shaping the cultural background that informs his music.
Music career
He began gaining international attention in 2022 with "Very Few Friends", a trilingual song that spread widely online. His recorded output includes EPs and a studio album released by mid-2026.
Musical style
His work combines hip-hop and R&B with Arabic musical elements, including influences associated with Palestinian and Algerian traditions. He is also noted for performing across multiple languages, which has become a defining feature of his artistry.
Public profile
Saint Levant has developed a strong international audience and has toured in multiple regions, including North America, Europe, and Australia. Media coverage often focuses on his identity, multilingual style, and themes related to Palestine.
Key facts
- Saint Levant is a Palestinian multilingual recording artist performing as Saint Levant.
- He became widely known after the 2022 release of "Very Few Friends".
- His songs are commonly written and performed in Arabic, English, and French.
- Sources describe his music as blending Western genres with traditional Palestinian and Algerian influences.
- By June 2026, he had released two EPs and one studio album.
No direct Canada-specific connection is established in the provided sources, though Saint Levant has an international audience that includes listeners in Canada.
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References
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_LevantSupports: Birth name, stage name, birth date, birthplace, nationality, multilingual identity, and career overview.
- Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-LevantSupports: Palestinian singer and rapper, birth details, multilingual style, and musical influences.
- Saint Levant official site — https://saintlevant.com/about_ll/Supports: Birth and family background, childhood in Gaza, and multilingual songwriting.
- NPR — https://www.npr.org/2024/12/20/nx-s1-5226008/saint-levant-music-gazaSupports: Background, family origins, Gaza upbringing, and album 'Deira'.
- Apple Music — https://music.apple.com/us/artist/saint-levant/1592125003Supports: Genre description, multilingual style, and release of 'From Gaza, With Love'.